Pipe Fitters

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Our client, Michael Cronin (Readymix) Unlimited Company t/a MC Group, based in Killarney, Co. Kerry, is currently seeking Pipe Fitters for immediate start at their facilities in Kerry and Cork. Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same or similar role is required. Additional training will be provided on-the-job. General Duties / Responsibilities / Experience: - To assemble, install, repair and maintain pipe systems, drains, gutters, ducts and related fittings for water, gas, drainage, sewerage and hvac systems - To examine blueprints and drawings to determine the layout of plumbing and ventilation systems and the materials required - To measure, cut, thread, bend, joint, assemble and install pipes, fittings and fixtures - To lay clay, concrete or cast-iron pipes in ditches to form sewers, drains or water mains - To inspect, examine and test installed systems and pipes using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing and observation methods - Essential knowledge for the role includes technical drawings, isometric perspective, health and safety hazards underground, and geometry - Essential skills for the role include application of health & safety standards, assembly of manufactured pipeline parts, measurement of parts, and detection of flows in pipeline infrastructure - Candidates must be able to operate soldering equipment, welding equipment and rigging equipment, and use metal bending techniques - Candidates must be competent to interpret specifications such as pneumatics and hydraulics for installation on site according to the safety and production requirements - Candidates must have prior experience in laying deep foul and surface water sewer pipes, building foul and surface water manholes - Candidates must have experience in laying hdpe watermain, and in welding and testing watermain - 2 years of previous relevant experience as a Pipe Fitter or similar is required Annual Remuneration: €45,264.96; Pay Rate €22.32 per hour Work Locations – Michael Cronin (Readymix) Unlimited Company t/a MC Group at: - Coolcaslagh, Killarney, Co. Kerry, V93 XK82 - Caheragh Quarry, Castleisland, Co. Kerry, V92 K6C6 - Keim Quarry, Millstreet, Co. Cork, P51 DX29 Number of hours work each week: 39 If you're interested in this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV to [email protected] or call 019020688 to enquire for more details.