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Pbf Energy

Welder/Pipefitter Mechanic

Martinez, CA

$57.54/hr

Measure, layout and mark piping and tubing for cutting, bending, threading and installation. * Assemble or secure pipes, tubes, fittings, or related equipment by threading, gluing or bonding.

Kinetic Personnel Group

Tig Welder

El Monte, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

... Perform pipe threading and stick welding as needed Inspect welded joints for quality, accuracy, and consistency Rework or repair welds as required Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work ...

Kinetic Personnel Group

TIG Welder

El Monte, CA · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

... Perform pipe threading and stick welding as needed Inspect welded joints for quality, accuracy, and consistency Rework or repair welds as required Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work ...

Generator Company

Plumber

Van Nuys, CA · On-site

$26 - $30/hr

Know how to Thread pipe * Have experience working with Galvanized Pipe * Have experience with Gas Plumbing * Willing to train : PLUMBERS JOB REQUIREMENTS * Experience with natural gas, Tracpipe ...

Intellectt INC

Pipe Fitter I

Springville, CA · On-site

$24.25 - $31/hr

Cut, thread, assemble, and install pipes and piping systems using a variety of tools and equipment. Install supports, valves, and fittings to ensure proper system functionality and safety. Conduct ...

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How much do pipe threading jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for pipe threading in California is $24.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $24.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Pipe Threading?

In a typical day, a Pipe Threading professional will measure, cut, and thread pipes according to project specifications, using both manual and power-operated tools. You may also prepare pipes for installation, inspect completed threads for quality, and work closely with plumbers, pipefitters, or construction crews to coordinate timelines. Safety checks, equipment maintenance, and adherence to blueprints or job orders are integral parts of the role. You’ll often work in a workshop, fabrication shop, or on a construction site, where precision and collaboration are key to a successful outcome.

What is a Pipe Threading job?

A Pipe Threading job involves cutting threads onto the ends of pipes so they can be securely connected using fittings or couplings. Workers use specialized threading machines, dies, and cutting oils to ensure precise and clean threads. This process is essential in plumbing, construction, and industrial piping systems to create leak-proof connections. Pipe threaders must follow safety procedures and industry standards to ensure durability and reliability in pipe installations.

What is the highest paid pipefitter?

The highest paid pipefitters are often those with extensive experience, specialized skills, and certifications such as ASME or API. Senior pipefitters working in industrial, refinery, or power plant settings tend to earn the highest wages, which can exceed $70,000 to $100,000 annually depending on location and project complexity.

Do you need a license to be a pipe fitter?

Pipe fitters typically do not need a specific license to work, but many states and local jurisdictions require them to have a license or certification, especially for plumbing or gas fitting. Employers often prefer candidates with relevant training, apprenticeships, or certifications such as a state-issued plumbing license or OSHA safety training.

Is pipefitting a hard trade?

Pipefitting is a skilled trade that requires technical knowledge of pipe systems, reading blueprints, and using specialized tools. It can be physically demanding and often involves working in confined spaces or at heights, but with proper training and experience, it becomes manageable. Certification and apprenticeship programs help develop the necessary skills for success in this trade.

What pays more, plumbing or pipefitting?

Pipefitting generally offers higher wages than plumbing due to the complexity and specialized skills required, such as working with high-pressure systems and industrial piping. Both careers can be lucrative, especially with experience, certifications, and union membership, but pipefitters often earn more on average.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Pipe Threading position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Pipe Threading, you need a solid understanding of pipe materials, precision measurement, mechanical aptitude, and experience with threading machines and hand tools, often backed by a high school diploma or trade school certification. Familiarity with threading machines, cutting tools, dies, and safety equipment is typically required, and OSHA or equivalent safety training is often preferred. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong teamwork are important soft skills for success in this role. These abilities ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient installation of pipe systems while minimizing errors and workplace hazards.

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Welder/Pipefitter Mechanic

Welder/Pipefitter Mechanic

PBF Energy, Inc.

Martinez, CA • On-site

$57.54/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

PBF Energy rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Welder/Pipefitter Mechanic
PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We have an opportunity at our Martinez Refinery in California and are seeking a talented Welder/Pipefitter Mechanic to join our team as a pivotal member that would play a key role here at PBF Energy.
The Welder/Pipefitter reports to the Weld shop Supervisor and is a part of our Weld shop team. This team plans and executes all welding and pipefitter work for the refinery. The successful candidate will work in the shop and the field, performing fabrication, hot work, isolation blinding, fitting and assembly of pipe and other equipment working at various heights.
Job Responsibilities May Include:
  • Weld in all positions on various metals using all welding processes including but not limited to SMAW, GTAW, GMAW. This involves the following:
    • Identify required pipe sizes, types, and related materials such as supports and hangers.
    • Perform fabrication skills in shop and field based off isometric drawings and blue book formulas.
    • Must be able to certify under a 6G piping test for SMAW, GTAW processes SCH160 pipe within first 6 months of employment.
  • Perform pipefitting activities such as removal and installation of piping, valving of all types, tubing fabrication and installation, mechanical equipment repairs and proactive maintenance work. This involves the following:
    • Operate various power tools such as grinders, cutters, drills, plasma cutter, CNC equipment, pipe threading machine and gas cutting equipment.
    • Measure, layout and mark piping and tubing for cutting, bending, threading and installation.
    • Assemble or secure pipes, tubes, fittings, or related equipment by threading, gluing or bonding.
    • Assemble bolted flange joint assemblies (BFJA) according to ASME standards.
    • Set up and use torqueing equipment such as RAD Guns and Slim lines.
  • Read and interpret structural and piping plans, isometric drawings, and CAD designed prints

Position Specific Requirements:
  • Work Schedule:
    • 4/10 Working Schedule (Mon - Thurs or Tues - Friday)
    • Potential for rotating shift work schedule, including holiday, night, and weekend coverage
    • Participation in callout/standby coverage
    • Occasionally an altered work schedule over an extended period may be required
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Climb ladders
    • Walk up and down steps
  • Work in the Following Conditions:
    • Work at heights
    • Work in compact and confined spaces
    • Work outside in inclement weather
    • Work while wearing a respirator, Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR), or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
  • Possess a valid Driver's License
  • Candidate must have active TWIC card or be able to obtain a TWIC card. Information can be found at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum 3 years welding and pipefitting experience
  • Knowledge of hot work safety requirements, staging a hot work job/set up, isolation and tag out prior to hot work initiation

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in petrochemical or refinery environment.
  • Journeyman-level abilities
  • Knowledge of SMAW, GTAW and GMAW processes

Conditions of Employment:
  • Passing of pre-employment testing
  • Successful completion of pre-employment requirements including physical agility test, physical, background check, and drug/alcohol screening
  • ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED
  • FOR SERIOUS CONSIDERATION, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR SALARY REQUIREMENTS

Martinez Refining Company LLC, a PBF Energy Subsidiary, offers our employees highly competitive total compensation and benefits packages. Benefits include:
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Pension Plan
  • Medical, dental, vision plans and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
  • Vacation, Paid Parental Leave, and tuition reimbursement
  • Additional voluntary benefits are offered at group discounts.

The Welder/Pipefitter Mechanic position is covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers (USW) International Union AFL-CIO, CLC and the Martinez Refining Company LLC. The hourly pay rate for this position is $57.54, based on qualification requirements in the CBA.
We thank all respondents for their interest in PBF Holding Company LLC ("PBF Energy"), however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails to any employee of PBF Energy about this requisition. Placement agencies or recruiters need not respond. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of PBF Energy via email, the Internet or in any method without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of PBF Energy. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PBF Energy as a result of the referral or through other means.
PBF Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, veteran and military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by law.
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