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RK Mechanical, Inc.

Shop Pipefitter

RK Mechanical, Inc., Henderson, Colorado, United States, 80640

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Shop Pipefitters are essential to our fabrication success, delivering precision, quality, and craftsmanship that power every RK project. From interpreting complex spool sheets to executing high‑accuracy fit‑ups, your work ensures our piping systems are built right the first time.

Whether you're honing your skills or stepping into a more advanced role, you’ll find opportunities to learn, lead, and thrive. With competitive pay, a $1,000 sign‑on bonus, up to $5,000 in relocation assistance, and access to cutting‑edge training and tools, RK is where your pipefitting career can truly take shape.

Pipefitters at RK are trusted experts. Their ability to work efficiently, think critically, and contribute to a collaborative team makes them vital to every project’s success.

RK Overview As a second‑generation, family‑owned enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication, and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK comprises seven distinct business units that collaborate to deliver seamless project execution. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards, and professional excellence enable us to turn our customers’ boldest ideas into reality.

Position Summary We are seeking a skilled Pipefitter to join our fabrication team. The Pipefitter will be responsible for interpreting complex drawings and executing high‑precision pipe layout, fitting, and tack welding in alignment with project specifications. This role plays a key part in delivering quality prefabricated piping systems and ensuring safety and efficiency in every task.

Role Responsibilities

Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and sketches to meet the project specifications

Interpret and work from isometric drawings, spool sheets, and blueprints for precise pipe layout and fitting

Perform accurate tack welding and pipe assembly for prefabrication projects, ensuring adherence to specifications and tolerances

Utilize tools such as bevellers, grinders, tape measures, levels, and center finders for pipe preparation and assembly

Collaborate with welders and QA inspectors to ensure assemblies meet quality and dimensional standards

Follow all shop safety protocols and use proper PPE

Maintain a clean and organized workspace, aligned with RK’s 6S shop practices

Take direction from Shop Supervisors, Foremen, and Training Supervisors and incorporate feedback effectively

Assist in mentoring and training less experienced team members

Meet project deadlines while upholding quality craftsmanship

Perform additional duties as assigned

1st and 2nd Shift - 15% Shift Differential

Qualifications

Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum 3 years of pipefitting experience, preferably in a fabrication shop or industrial setting

Proficient in tacking and pipe layout techniques

Successful completion of a 6G FCAW weld test required before hire

Experience with welding or fitting using a rotator

Knowledge of metallurgy and both manual and mechanical welding techniques

Familiarity with trade tools such as Two-Hole Pins, Pipe wraps, Center-finders, and Angle finders

Able to work independently under minimal supervision with sound judgment

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

Must be able to lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs

Work in a variety of environments including indoors, outdoors, confined spaces, and elevated areas

Climb, balance, squat, kneel, and crouch as needed

Tolerate exposure to dust, noise, and varying weather conditions

Possess working knowledge of all relevant tools and materials

Responsible for personal safety and empowered to stop work if unsafe conditions exist

What Sets RK Industries Apart

Safety : Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental

Awards : Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition

Benefits : RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well‑being: Benefits & Rewards

Philanthropy : RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation

Development : Through RK University, we provide hands‑on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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