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Senior Technician Pipefitter, T23, 1st Shift

SC Johnson · WI

Posted Sep 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time a piece of production equipment went down unexpectedly and everyone was waiting on you to fix it. What did you do first?

how they prioritize under pressure and whether they have a structured troubleshooting approach rather than guessing

Tell me about a time you had to figure out a recurring problem on your own, without a lot of support from a supervisor or engineer.

capacity to work independently and do root cause analysis without hand-holding, which the posting explicitly calls out

Describe a situation where you disagreed with a teammate about how to fix something. How did that get resolved?

ability to work through team consensus decision-making rather than just deferring or steamrolling

Tell me about a time you found a problem with facility water, sewer, or drainage that wasn't obvious at first. How did you catch it?

attentiveness and troubleshooting instincts around facility systems beyond production equipment

Have you had to teach or train a less experienced coworker on a repair or a piece of equipment? How did you approach it?

willingness to mentor and share knowledge, which the posting flags as an expectation

Technical

Walk me through a steam and condensate system repair you've done. What was the actual problem and how did you track it down?

whether the candidate has real hands-on experience with steam/condensate systems versus general plumbing knowledge

What's your experience welding, brazing, or soldering pipe joints, and what would you say you're strongest at versus still building skill in?

honest self-assessment of joining methods since the role requires at least a year of hands-on joint work

Have you worked with gear, diaphragm, vane, or piston pumps? Tell me about rebuilding one.

depth of experience with the specific pump types named in the posting, not just general pump familiarity

Can you read a P&ID schematic and tell me how you'd use one to plan a pipe modification on facility equipment?

ability to actually work from blueprints and schematics rather than just claiming familiarity

What's your experience with preventive maintenance plans, and can you give an example where following PM caught a failure before it happened?

whether they actually value and execute PM work versus only doing reactive repairs

What do you know about LEAN principles, and how have you applied them, or how would you, in a maintenance setting?

real understanding of continuous improvement concepts versus buzzword familiarity

Situational

Say a pump on the line starts making a bad noise but it's still running and production doesn't want to stop the line. What do you do?

judgment on balancing production pressure against safety and equipment risk, and whether they'd escalate appropriately

How comfortable are you working up on a ladder or lift, or getting into a confined space, for an extended repair? Any concerns you'd want to flag before doing that kind of work?

honesty about physical demands and safety awareness rather than just saying yes to everything

You've got three pieces of equipment down at once and limited hands. How do you decide what gets fixed first?

prioritization skills and understanding of production impact versus urgency

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The full job description

As published by SC Johnson.

SC Johnson has been leading with purpose for 140 years, building high-quality products and iconic brands found in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide – including OFF!®, Raid®, Glade®, Windex®, Scrubbing Bubbles®, Ziploc®, Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day®, method®, Autan®, Baygon®, Mr Muscle®, Duck®, Lysoform® and more. The 13,000 people of our global, fifth-generation family company are committed to making the world a better place today and for future generations. As a Senior Technician, Pipefitter you will follow Preventative Maintenance plans contributing to and performing process improvements to equipment, responding to emergency equipment breakdowns, preparing complete and accurate systems records, and an understanding of LEAN principals. Available position is Monday-Friday, 8hr shifts. SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals. SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Technicians will be involved in making proper judgments to determine the appropriate actions to take whenever direct or indirect intervention is required on equipment and resolution of equipment malfunctions. • Team members must be able to work independently as well as with a high level of interaction in both small and large and group situations and will be required to participate constructively in team meetings, team consensus decision making, problem solving, root cause analysis and with the performance appraisal process. • Team members must demonstrate a willingness and ability to learn, teach others and to take responsibility and ownership for various aspects of the manufacturing process. • A strong work ethic, attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities is critical for the success of the individual and the team as a whole. • Repair and perform maintenance on a wide variety of equipment (production machines and process equipment), using strong troubleshooting skills • Communicate internally with contacts outside the work group to exchange work related information. • Applicant must be able to stand, walk, kneel, climb stairs, and ladders, lift and use hands and fingers for a variety of tasks. • Applicant must be physically fit: able to work in high places on ladders and lifts and be physically and mentally capable of working in confined spaces. • Current knowledge or background in the pipefitting trade with strong pipefitting skills. • This role may can include other responsivities such as daily management, resource management, spare parts inventory, or maintenance skill set development. Required Skills / Experience / Competencies • Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field, including repair maintenance of steam & condensate systems and repair maintenance of facility water & sewer systems • Minimum of one year’s experience assembling and securing pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints. • Minimum of one year’s experience attaching pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment. Preferred Skills / Experience / Competencies • Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods. • Demonstrates competencies in utilizing blueprints, P&ID schematics to accurately make changes when modifications are made to repair facility and production equipment. • State welding certifications – working towards after 2-years • High degree of initiative, good interpersonal and communication skills, a strong customer service orientation, and be willing to work effectively with people of diverse, social & educational backgrounds. • Ability to handle multiple projects at once • Solve problems of a recurring nature; team resource to analyze and solve complex technical problems and deliver solutions.  Resolves issues with limited technical support or supervisory approval • Cut, thread, and fit pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe t hreaders and benders. • Familiarity with troubleshooting Gear, Diaphragm, Vane, Piston, etc. pumps and knowledge of their repair and rebuild. • Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading. • Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints. • Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications. • Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications. • Cut and bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, and mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand and power tools. • Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications and using hand and power tools. • Install automatic controls used to regulate pipe systems • Inspect work sites for obstructions and to ensure that holes will not cause structural weakness. • Operate motorized pumps to remove water from flooded manholes, basements, or facility floors. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the position remains at-will. Equal Opportunity Employer The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law. Accommodation Requests If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com . All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster  for more information.   Inclusion & Diversity We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive. We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion . Better Together At SC Johnson, we believe people achieve their best when they collaborate and work together in person. We value connection to strengthen teamwork, accelerate problem solving, and drive innovation. Equal Opportunity Employer The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law. Accommodation Requests If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com . All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO Know Your Rights poster  for more information.

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