Pipe Fitter

Pipe Fitter in an Interior Fit-Out context are distinct from those in heavy industrial or construction projects, focusing specifically on the mechanical systems within a commercial or residential space being completed or renovated (e.g., offices, high-end retail, restaurants, apartment buildings).

This role emphasizes precision, coordination with aesthetic finishes, and work on medium-to-low pressure systems, often in HVAC and specialized plumbing.

Pipe Fitter Responsibilities in Interior Fit-Out1. HVAC and Mechanical Systems Installation

• Chilled/Hot Water Piping (Hydronic Systems): Installing and connecting the piping network for HVAC systems, including chilled water supply and return lines, hot water heating lines, and condensate drain piping.
• Terminal Unit Connections: Connecting piping to key terminal units within the fitted-out space, such as Fan Coil Units (FCUs), Air Handling Units (AHUs), and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems.
• Boiler and Chiller Hookups: Installing and connecting pipes and fittings to mechanical room equipment (boilers, pumps, expansion tanks, and sub-meters) that serve the fit-out area.
• Ductwork and Insulation: While often separate, coordinating with HVAC technicians and ensuring proper installation of pipe insulation to meet energy efficiency and anti-condensation requirements.

2. Specialized Plumbing and Utility Installation

• Domestic Water Systems: Fabricating and installing specialized domestic water supply piping (hot and cold) to kitchens, restrooms, and utility areas, using materials like copper, galvanized, or PEX, based on fit-out specifications.
• Drainage Systems (Limited Scope): Installing floor drains, connecting specialized drainage for commercial kitchen equipment, or installing new drain lines where the fit-out dictates a change in fixture location.
• Gas/Fuel Piping: Installing and testing piping for natural gas or propane that may be required for commercial kitchen equipment (e.g., ovens, cooktops) or specialized mechanical equipment.

3. Precision, Aesthetics, and Coordination

• Spatial Planning: Working in close collaboration with interior designers and general contractors to ensure pipe routing is hidden, fits within tight ceiling plenums, walls, and floor voids, and avoids aesthetic clashes.
• Penetration Management: Carefully managing and sealing all pipe penetrations through fire-rated walls, floors, and ceilings to maintain fire separation integrity.
• Quality Finishes: Ensuring all exposed piping (if part of an industrial/exposed design) is fabricated, joined, and finished to a high aesthetic standard.
• System Testing: Conducting hydrostatic, pneumatic, and pressure tests on all newly installed piping segments to certify them as leak-free and compliant before walls and ceilings are closed up.

4. Documentation and Safety

• Drawing Compliance: Strictly adhering to MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) coordination drawings and red-lining any field modifications for As-Built documentation.
• Code Adherence: Ensuring all work complies with specific local building codes and plumbing standards relevant to the commercial or residential facility.
• Site Safety: Maintaining a clean and safe work area, which is particularly critical in finished or partially-finished fit-out environments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to ₹40,000.00 per month