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Pipe Fabrication Machine Operator

PDS Tech

Ashland, VA 23005 • $20.00 / hr • 10/8/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Pipe Fabrication Machine Operator

Location: Ashland, VA 23005

Pay Rate: $20.00/Hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Join a Growing Team and Build a Skilled Manufacturing Career!

Are you mechanically inclined and enjoy working with industrial equipment? We're seeking motivated individuals with machine operation, fabrication, automotive, diesel, maintenance, or mechanical experience to join our pipe fabrication team. If you enjoy working with your hands, operating machinery, and building quality products in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you!

What You'll Do

Move loose or bundled pipe throughout the facility and yard

Assemble pipe orders and prepare materials for shipment

Set up and operate pipe fabrication equipment

Measure, cut, thread, and bevel pipe to customer specifications

Operate machinery including:

  • Band Saws
  • Pipe Threading Machines
  • Automatic Welding Equipment
  • Roll Groove Machines
  • Plasma Cutting Equipment
  • Pneumatic Banders

Conduct quality checks using gauges and measuring tools

Record and calculate pipe lengths accurately

Safely stack, organize, and transport materials

Perform daily equipment inspections, including forklifts

Follow OSHA safety standards and company procedures

Qualifications

Minimum 6-8 months of recent machinery operation experience

Mechanical aptitude with experience in manufacturing, automotive, diesel, maintenance, fabrication, or related fields

Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure

Experience using gauges for quality inspections

Basic computer skills to operate automated machinery

Strong math and measurement skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Ability to safely move and handle pipe ranging from ½" to 10" in diameter

Preferred Experience

? Fire sprinkler pipe fabrication

? Pipe threading, cutting, grooving, or welding operations

? Forklift or industrial equipment operation

? Automotive repair

? Diesel mechanics

? Farm equipment maintenance

? Manufacturing production environments

Work Environment

Industrial manufacturing facility

Non-climate-controlled environment that can become hot during warmer months

Physically active role involving lifting, moving, sorting, and fabricating pipe

Fast-paced production setting focused on safety and quality

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Competitive Pay - $20.00/Hour

Consistent Monday-Friday Schedule

No Weekend Requirement

On-the-Job Training Provided

Career Growth Opportunities

Team-Oriented Environment

Stable Full-Time Work

Ready to Put Your Mechanical Skills to Work?

If you have experience operating machinery, working with tools, reading measurements, and thrive in a hands-on manufacturing environment, apply today and start building a rewarding career in pipe fabrication!