Pipefitter – Midwest Fabrication Shop

$38/hr | $120/Day Worked Per Diem | 60 Hours/Week (6×10s) | Immediate Openings

Kodiak is seeking experienced Pipefitters for long-term work in fabrication shops located throughout the Midwest. We are looking for dependable craftsmen with experience fitting carbon steel and stainless steel pipe who take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.

This position involves reading fabrication drawings, assembling pre-fabricated pipe spools, performing precision fit-up, and ensuring all assemblies are plumb, level, and square. Candidates should be comfortable working in a production shop environment and possess strong layout and fabrication skills.

Pay & Benefits

• $38.00/hour
• $120/day worked per diem for qualified travelers
• 60 hours per week (Monday–Saturday, 10-hour shifts)
• Long-term employment
• Immediate openings!

Per Diem Eligibility

Qualified travelers must:

• Maintain a permanent residence more than 60 miles from the jobsite
• Work their full scheduled shift each day

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret piping isometric drawings and fabrication blueprints
• Fit and assemble carbon steel and stainless steel piping systems
• Measure, lay out, and align piping components to specification
• Assemble pre-fabricated pipe spools while maintaining proper dimensions and fit-up
• Verify all assemblies are plumb, level, and square
• Maintain proper weld gaps and prepare assemblies for welding
• Install and align flanges, elbows, tees, reducers, valves, and other piping components
• Perform quality checks to ensure assemblies meet drawing specifications
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of pipefitting experience
• Experience fitting carbon steel pipe required
• Stainless steel pipe experience preferred
• Previous pipe fabrication shop experience strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret piping isometric drawings
• Working knowledge of swing joints and rolling offsets is required
• Strong pipe layout, measuring, and fabrication skills
• Ability to accurately use tape measures, levels, squares, and standard pipefitting tools
• Reliable attendance and ability to work scheduled overtime

Pipefitter Skills Test

Qualified candidates must successfully complete a hands-on pipefitter test consisting of:

• Assemble three (3) pre-fabricated pipe spools from isometric drawings within 3 hours
• All pipe and fittings will be pre-cut and ready for assembly
• A welder will be provided to assist with tack welding
• Candidates are responsible for correctly fitting and assembling each spool
• All assemblies must be plumb, level, and square
• Demonstrate accurate fit-up, proper flange orientation, and overall fabrication quality

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In-person – Midwest Fabrication Shop