Location: Danville,VA, USA
Pipefitter - Danville, VA
Date: Nov 10, 2024
Location:
Danville, VA, US, 24541
Company: Goodyear
Job Req ID: JR-40092020
Goodyear. More Driven.
Base Pay: $39.06/hr plus shift differential of $0.32/hr
Shift Information: 12-hr. Night Shift
Benefits: Competitive total rewards program for employees that promotes personal health, assists employees in maintaining a healthy balance between work and life and meets the diverse personal and professional needs.
* Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance plans available at day 31 of employment
* 401K
* Paid vacation & holidays after completing probationary period (60 days or 480 hours worked)
* Employee discounts and wellness programs
For over a century, Goodyear has been redefining the boundaries of tire technology, producing innovative tires that deliver unparalleled performance for a diverse range of vehicles. Our success, however, is not just due to our cutting-edge products, but also to our outstanding workforce. We offer a unique work experience where no matter your role, you'll contribute to the development, manufacturing, and marketing of some of the world's most innovative tire products. We're looking for motivated individuals who can inspire greatness and understand that job satisfaction and career success start with support and investment. At Goodyear, we invest upwards of 1000 hours into our new hires, ensuring they can make quality products safely.
If you seek a rewarding, challenging career, join us on this exciting journey.
General Description:
As a Pipefitter, you will be responsible for supporting the manufacturing process by trouble shooting, preventative maintenance and repair of all tire-related manufacturing, processing machinery and equipment. You will also be responsible for related safety and housekeeping obligations throughout the facility.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
* Layout, assemble, install, maintain and troubleshoot pipe systems, process equipment, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling lubricating, sprinkling and plant productions equipment and systems including water, air, steam, gas and various chemicals
* Understand and apply knowledge relating to the principles of pumps and bearings, valves of all types, pneumatic and hydraulic controls for both high and low-pressure systems
* Repair/replace equipment (e.g., valves, hydraulics, cooling systems, motor parts)
* Use stock and die or pipe threading machine and necessary craft hand tools in performance of work
* Interpret blueprints, sketches, layouts, piping diagrams, or specifications
* Measure and make sketches for parts or piping, lay out center lines, butt, drill, tap and align holes
* Know the various sizes and uses of the different kinds of pipe and tubing, piped tubing fittings, joints and equipment for channeling services throughout the facility and know how these are fitted and connected
* Log or use computerized?work order?system?for repair and maintenance activities performed.
* Abide by safe work standards including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), Fall Protection, Confined Spaces, and appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
* Adhere to Goodyear's attendance policy
* Perform a variety of manual tasks in varying temperatures for extended periods of time, which may include lifting light to heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights when applicable
Basic Qualifications:
* HS Diploma/GED
* Must be at least 18 years of age
* Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future
* Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations
* Must be able to successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment contingencies
* Ability to work any and/or rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, or overtime if applicable
* Basic computer skills
* Must provide basic tools
Preferred Qualifications:
* Previous experience as an Industrial Manufacturing Pipefitter with basic knowledge and understanding of machine technology, construction, operation of heavy industrial machinery and power/control devices
* Industrial Pipefitter Journeyman's card or AAS in Pipefitting
* Desire and willingness to learn and perform across crafts
* Experience adhering to industry-specific safety standards
Candidate Criteria:
* Self-motivated: demonstrates appropriate initiative with or without direct supervision
* Hard worker: someone who works diligently to get tasks done
* Adaptability: the ability to make changes, and to be successful in changing environments
* Team player: an associate who can be counted on to assist the company in being successful whether working on a team or individual projects
* Commitment to working safely
* Willingness to adhere to tobacco-free policy
Check out the video below of what some of our employees have to say about working for Goodyear:
A Day in the Life Video
Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 62,000 people and manufactures its products in 46 facilities in 21 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centres in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate.
Goodyear is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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