Pipe Prep & Tubing Technician

Job description

**Position Summary** M2X is seeking a Pipe Prep, Fabrication and Tubing Technician to support pipe preparation, tubing installation, and general fabrication work within the manufacturing shop. This role is responsible for cutting and prepping pipe, running and installing tubing, and operating shop equipment including band saws and ironworkers. This position plays a key role in feeding downstream welding, assembly, and integration work with accurate, clean, and on-time fabrication support. This is a hands-on shop role for someone who can work safely, follow drawings and instructions, maintain quality, and contribute to production flow. The right person should be detail-oriented, mechanically capable, and willing to learn additional fabrication equipment and processes over time, including possible training on a knee mill. **Key Responsibilities** - Cut, prep, and stage pipe for fabrication and welding operations - Measure, mark, and prepare material accurately according to drawings, cut lists, and work instructions - Run and install tubing according to drawings, routing requirements, and workmanship standards - Operate band saws, ironworkers, and other fabrication equipment safely and correctly - Deburr, grind, clean, bevel, and prep material for downstream work - Verify parts and materials are correct before cutting or fabricating - Maintain organized material flow and work area control to support production efficiency - Identify issues early, including bad material, dimensional errors, missing information, or tooling problems - Support fit-up and fabrication readiness for welders, assemblers, and integration teams - Perform basic inspection of completed work for accuracy, completeness, and workmanship - Always maintain safe work practices and proper use of PPE - Support continuous improvement in shop organization, tooling, and fabrication flow - Learn additional shop equipment and fabrication processes as needed, including possible operation of a knee mill **Required Qualifications** - High school diploma or equivalent - Experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, mechanical, or industrial shop environment - Ability to read a tape measure and perform accurate measuring and marking - Ability to use hand tools, grinders, and basic fabrication equipment safely - Mechanical aptitude and willingness to work in a hands-on production environment - Ability to follow drawings, cut lists, work instructions, and direction from leads or supervisors - Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work - Reliable attendance and consistent work ethic **Preferred Qualifications** - Experience cutting and prepping pipe in a fabrication environment - Experience running tubing and installing tubing systems - Experience operating band saws and ironworkers - Experience with stainless steel material handling and prep - Experience reading fabrication drawings or isometric drawings - Experience with deburring, beveling, and prep for weld-ready material - Interest in learning additional fabrication equipment, including a knee mill **What Success Looks Like** A strong Fabrication and Tubing Technician: - Produces accurate cuts and material prep without creating downstream rework - Keeps welders and assembly teams supplied with ready-to-use material - Maintains clean and organized work habits - Operates equipment safely and consistently - Learns quickly and expands capability over time - Helps improve flow instead of creating bottlenecks **Physical Requirements** - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the shift - Ability to lift, carry, and move pipe, tubing, and fabrication materials - Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and work in an active shop environment - Ability to safely operate fabrication equipment and wear required PPE