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Evonik

Coordinator, Construction

Mobile, AL · On-site

Responsible for shutdown events within assigned plants. Craft execution oversight and management ... certified), pipefitter, or welding. * Five to seven years of experience as a foreman ...

grede

Millwright-Maintenance Technician

Meadville, PA

$24.03/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Advises when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage or when temporary ... Installs and repairs pipes, fittings, drains, and other pipefitting work related to the trade.

Grede

Millwright-Maintenance Technician

Meadville, PA · On-site

$24.03/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Advises when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage or when temporary ... Installs and repairs pipes, fittings, drains, and other pipefitting work related to the trade.

PTC ALLIANCE LLC

Mechanical Technician

Alliance, OH

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Advises when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage, or when temporarily ... fittings, and fixtures as required for maintenance and construction of pipe lines for air, water ...

PTC

Mechanical Technician

Alliance, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Advises when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage, or when temporarily ... fittings, and fixtures as required for maintenance and construction of pipe lines for air, water ...

Celanese

Operator, Mechanic

Richmond, VA · On-site

Initiate shutdown or delay startup when conditions are not safe or reliable * Support Root Cause ... Experience as an industrial electrician, millwright, pipe fitter, welder, or machinist

Celanese Corporation

Operator, Mechanic

Richmond, VA · On-site

$51.71/hr

Initiate shutdown or delay startup when conditions are not safe or reliable * Support Root Cause ... Experience as an industrial electrician, millwright, pipe fitter, welder, or machinist

Avon

Multi Craft Electrician - 3rd Shift

Zanesville, OH

$40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Must be able to properly start, operate and shutdown all facility systems. * Must be proficient in all plumbing operations and in the use of pipe fitting tools. * Working knowledge of existing laws ...

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How much do pipefitter shutdown jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 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?

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?

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 August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,574 per year, or $28.6 per hour.

Maintenance Supervisor - Fabrication and Welding

Florida Crystals / ASR Group

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

ASR Group is the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company's brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's® and Sidul®.
OVERVIEW
Responsible for directing and coordinating the maintenance and repair operations, with specific focus on piping/leak repairs, welding repairs, and metal fabrication in a shop environment; to meet objectives in quality, reliability, safety, cost and on time delivery. The Pipe and Iron Shop Supervisor drives a culture of safety through leading by example, setting expectations and standards, and reinforcing positive behavior during the course of daily business. Insures compliance of all Company policies and procedures. Identifies areas of opportunity and ability to develop a plan of action to correct the issues, ultimately leading successful efforts to correct identified needs.
DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Directs the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment by eliminating hazards, training employees, and promoting safety awareness throughout the facility.
  • Takes corrective action to reduce safety risks, maintenance problems and/or waste in order to maximize continuous availability of refinery equipment.
  • Review, approve, and schedule maintenance work orders. Provides resources and inspects work in progress and after completion for accuracy and timeliness.
  • Coordinate daily maintenance work to ensure maximum equipment up-time while utilizing the available equipment, tools, materials, and manpower.
  • Able to articulate a plan of action. Directs maintenance personnel to achieve continuous operation. Manages personnel to maximize efficiency of repairs.
  • Monitor maintenance tasks to ensure compliance with quality and GMP requirements.
  • Interface with outside vendors for equipment and parts purchases. Submit proposals for new equipment or part purchase.
  • Reviews costs and takes action to eliminate or minimize unnecessary spending including consumption of supplies and machine parts.
  • Supervise special maintenance/engineering projects and ensure highest level of workmanship. Assist in the preparation and completion of technical and non-technical documents, training, production, and maintenance procedures, drawing packages, and other related documentation for the project.
  • Ensure that all areas and equipment are maintained in good housekeeping condition.
  • Review time cards for accuracy.
  • Conducts daily safety contacts and monthly safety meetings.
  • Prepares and tracks scheduling and cost of expenditures for contracted and major maintenance projects.
  • Assists the Reliability Engineer/Planner in the development of the Weekend Shutdown Maintenance Work plan and other outage plans as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
  • Knowledge of welding techniques and procedures, pipe fitting, and metal shop fabrication; Field project execution experience preferred.
  • Must be able to direct the daily activities of 10-12 Iron Shop employees and prioritize resources to best fit the refinery needs.
  • Computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office are required.
  • Scheduling, planning, and SAP or similar inventory and PM program is a plus but not required.
  • Some CMMS platform (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards or similar) is required.
  • Must be a team player and work well with internal and external customers.
  • Ability to write reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to speak and communicate effectively both in person and on the telephone
  • Ability to use other office equipment i.e., printers, copiers, calculator, etc.
  • Keep abreast of new technology in areas of responsibility to improve performance.
  • Must work well in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
  • Must be a team player and work well with internal and external customers.
  • Saturday and Sunday work will be required (rotating weekends). Daily overtime may be required. 2nd and 3rd Shift work may be required.

WORK EXPERIENCES
  • 5+years related experience required.
  • 3 years of maintenance supervisory experience preferred.
  • Prior work experience in a pipe fitting, welding, and metal fabricating environment required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
  • High School Diploma or GED

CORE COMPETENCIES
  • Analytical Thinking & Decision Making - Identifies and understands trends and/or issues; connects data points through analysis to arrive at a logical conclusion.
  • Business & Financial Acumen - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the financial, accounting, marketing and operational functions of our organization; interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better corporate decisions.
  • Effective Communication - Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner by tailoring one's message to fit the interests and needs of the audience.
  • Customer Orientation - Keeps internal and/or external customer(s) in mind at all times. Strives to proactively address customer concerns and needs. Assists business partners and customers to achieve their work goals via application of their own skills and knowledge; strives to provide consistent customer satisfaction.
  • Establishes Trust - Gaining the confidence and faith of others by actions and words that promote being honest, forthcoming, integrious and vulnerable.
  • Problem-Solving - Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner.
  • Results Orientation & Accountability - Takes accountability, identifies, executes and drives actions to consistently achieve desired results.
  • Teamwork & Collaboration - Creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others.
  • Change Management - Achieves success through change: identifies opportunities for improvement and innovation, removes barriers and resistance, and enables behaviors that support desired outcomes.
  • Develops Others - Plans for the growth of others, diligently addressing performance issues and conflicts, both at the individual and organizational level with the purpose of achieving results through the activities of other people.
  • Strategic Mindset - Understands company's short and long-term priorities and aligns department priorities and behavior around achievement of those objectives.

LOCATION OF ROLE
  • Baltimore, MD

SALARY PAY RANGE: $75,000 - $139,000 plus bonus
The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate's qualifications and prior experience.
Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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