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Wood

Pipefitter

Douglas, WY

$23 - $29.50/hr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is searching for a Pipefitter with experience in the oil and gas industry working to work on a shutdown job in Douglas, WY. Authorization to work lawfully in the US ...

Wood Plc

Pipefitter

Douglas, WY

$23 - $29.50/hr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is searching for a Pipefitter with experience in the oil and gas industry working to work on a shutdown job in Douglas, WY. Authorization to work lawfully in the US ...

AM Mechanical

Combo Welder/Pipefitter

Indian Trail, NC

$23 - $28.50/hr

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Pipefitter / Combo Welder to work primarily on planned ... You will be part of small, fast-moving shutdown crew responsible for safely completing piping and ...

AM Mechanical

Combo Welder/Pipefitter

Indian Trail, NC

$23 - $28.50/hr

Overview We are seeking an experienced Traveling Pipefitter / Combo Welder to work primarily on ... You will be part of small, fast-moving shutdown crew responsible for safely completing piping and ...

AM Mechanical

Combo Welder/Pipefitter

Indian Trail, NC · On-site

$23 - $28.50/hr

Overview We are seeking an experienced Traveling Pipefitter / Combo Welder to work primarily on ... You will be part of small, fast-moving shutdown crew responsible for safely completing piping and ...

OpSource Staffing

Industrial Pipe Fitter

Columbia, SC · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Perform shutdown work, tie-ins, line breaks, system modifications, and maintenance tasks in active ... NCCER Pipefitter certification is preferred but equivalent verified industrial experience may be ...

OpSource Staffing

Industrial Pipe Fitter

Columbia, SC

$28 - $32/hr

Perform shutdown work, tie-ins, line breaks, system modifications, and maintenance tasks in active ... NCCER Pipefitter certification is preferred but equivalent verified industrial experience may be ...

Aerotek

Industrial Pipefitter

Petersburg, VA

... shutdown, and maintenance work. * Experience with process piping, steam systems, compressed air ... NCCR, Pipe fitting work Why Work Here? Employees benefit from long-term opportunities with a major ...

Sappi

Pipefitter-Plumber Journeyman

Skowhegan, ME · On-site

Pipefitter - Sappi Somerset Mill Sappi Somerset Mill is seeking a skilled Pipefitter to join our ... Support outage and shutdown work as needed * Work collaboratively with operations and maintenance ...

Advastar, Inc

Industrial Supervisor

Temple, PA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

... pipe fitter, OEM installer, equipment installation, conveyor installation, plant relocation, plant move, industrial maintenance, food and beverage maintenance, shutdown, turnaround outage, OSHA 30 ...

Advastar, Inc

Industrial Supervisor

Temple, PA

$30 - $40/hr

... pipe fitter, OEM installer, equipment installation, conveyor installation, plant relocation, plant move, industrial maintenance, food and beverage maintenance, shutdown, turnaround outage, OSHA 30 ...

Advastar, Inc

Industrial Supervisor

Temple, PA

$30 - $40/hr

... pipe fitter, OEM installer, equipment installation, conveyor installation, plant relocation, plant move, industrial maintenance, food and beverage maintenance, shutdown, turnaround outage, OSHA 30 ...

Combustion & Control Solutions

Code Welder

Tucker, GA

$19.75 - $25/hr

Perform pipe fitting, layout, measuring, beveling, and assembly. Assist with boiler retubes, tube ... Industrial shutdown work. Steam and hydronic systems. Pump and valve replacement. Physical ...

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Combustion & Control Solutions

Code Welder

Tucker, GA

$19.75 - $25/hr

Perform pipe fitting, layout, measuring, beveling, and assembly. Assist with boiler retubes, tube ... Industrial shutdown work. Steam and hydronic systems. Pump and valve replacement. Physical ...

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How much do pipefitter shutdown jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for pipefitter shutdown in the United States is $28.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical work conditions and schedules for Pipefitter Shutdown positions?

Pipefitter Shutdown roles often involve working in industrial facilities such as refineries, chemical plants, or power stations during scheduled maintenance periods (shutdowns or turnarounds). These assignments usually require long shifts, including nights and weekends, to complete work within tight timeframes, and overtime is common. Team members work in physically demanding environments, sometimes at heights or in confined spaces, and strict adherence to safety protocols is essential. While the work can be intense and fast-paced, it offers valuable experience and opportunities for advancement in industrial maintenance and piping specialties.

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

A successful Pipefitter Shutdown requires strong mechanical aptitude, experience with piping systems, and often a journeyman certification or apprenticeship training. Proficiency with pipe threading machines, welding equipment, cutting tools, and an understanding of safety procedures like lockout/tagout are crucial. Excellent teamwork, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines help professionals excel in this demanding environment. These abilities ensure safe, efficient, and timely completion of critical pipefitting tasks during plant shutdowns, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational integrity.

What Does a Shutdown Pipefitter Do?

As a shutdown pipefitter, you support operations during a shutdown period. In this role, you may service and repair a pipe or a pipe system during a time-sensitive period that could range from a few minutes to several days. Shutdown pipefitters often focus on completing work as quickly as possible during the shutdown, which often includes performing any other work beforehand and creating a plan to do the work once the shutdown begins. Some people go as far as laying out tools in a predetermined order to minimize the amount of shutdown time required for the work. This is fundamentally similar to regular pipefitting jobs but usually involves working with a tighter deadline.

What is a Pipefitter Shutdown job?

A Pipefitter Shutdown job involves installing, repairing, and maintaining piping systems during a scheduled industrial shutdown or turnaround. These temporary assignments typically take place in refineries, power plants, or manufacturing facilities when operations are halted for maintenance. Pipefitters in shutdown roles work under tight deadlines to ensure systems are safely restored before production resumes. This job requires experience reading blueprints, welding, and working with high-pressure piping. Safety and efficiency are top priorities in these fast-paced environments.

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Infographic showing various Pipefitter Shutdown job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,574 per year, or $28.6 per hour.
Pipefitter

Pipefitter

Wood

Douglas, WY

$23 - $29.50/hr

Other

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is searching for a Pipefitter with experience in the oil and gas industry working to work on a shutdown job in Douglas, WY. 

Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required.

The individual must have the basic knowledge and skills to fabricate, install and assemble structural steel. 

POSITION FUNCTIONS:

  • Accurately interpret and apply information from work orders, job orders, specifications, blueprints, ISO's or other drawings and recognize basic blueprint terms and symbols for job application.  Read structural drawings.
  • Identify, recognize and demonstrate safe usage of power tools and hand tools appropriate for the job.
  • Recognize various materials used in piping systems and demonstrate a working knowledge of appropriate material handling techniques.
  • Select and safely use appropriate equipment which may include (but not limited to) manlifts, fork lifts, and company trucks.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and skills in safe rigging practices.
  • Identify, explain and perform crane hand signals.
  • Identify and recognize components of structural systems.
  • Demonstrate ability to accurately layout and fabricate structural iron.
  • Demonstrate ability to locate and mark reference points for structural components on foundation using master straightedge, square, transit, builder's levels and measuring tape.
  • Alight structure or plates to be assembled on boiler frames, tanks, or structures, using plumb bobs, wedges, dogs or turnbuckles.
  • Demonstrate appropriate techniques in handling sections or structural parts in order to facilitate fitting edges together.
  • Bolt or weld equipment sections using approved materials and procedures such as stacks, chutes, ladders, catwalks, etc.
Skills / Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • 1- 2 years of Journeyman experience.
  • Should have at least 2 - 3 years as an apprentice/helper in one of the mechanical areas such as

Ironworker, Boilermaker, Pipefitter-Bolt Up, Pipefitter Fabricator or Welding.

  • Should have at least 1 - 2 years as a journeyman as an Ironworker.
  • Experience in one of the mechanical areas such as Ironworker, Boilermaker, Pipefitter-Bolt Up,

Pipefitter Fabricator or Welding field a plus.

  • Must possess an NCCER certification card or successfully pass an in-house craft assessment.
  • Must be able to work in team environment.
  • Must have a minimum of 1-year experience working in an industrial environment.
  • Should any steel member require cutting and welding in the field, the employee who is to perform

                the welding must have been tested and certified through our department for the specific type of

                repairs that are to be made.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement (EEO)

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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