Fitter/ Pipe Fitter

Tray-Tec, Inc; Humble (TX); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Tray-Tec, Inc. seeks an experienced Fitter to layout, align, and install tray internals, rings, and related components inside columns and reactors. You will read drawings, support field modifications, and coordinate with welders while maintaining safety and tool control.

Travel to sites nationwide is required, including deep confined spaces and elevated work areas. A strong mechanical aptitude and readiness for turnaround projects are essential for success.

Qualifikationen

• Ability to read and interpret structural and mechanical drawings.
• ASME standards knowledge related to vessel modification.
• Experience with hot work, rigging, and confined space operations.
• Excellent hand/eye coordination and physical stamina.

Aufgaben

• Lay out and fit tray support rings, bolting bars, nozzles, and other internals per drawings and specifications.
• Interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs and customer specs.
• Fit up nozzles, manways, and column modifications using measuring tools.
• Use torch cutting and grinding for field modifications and fit-up tasks.
• Work in confined spaces inside towers, vessels, and drums with safety procedures.
• Coordinate with welders to ensure accurate fit-up and prep.
• Assist verifying delivered materials and inventory for job readiness.
• Maintain tools, fit-up materials, and rigging hardware.
• Support work sequencing during shutdowns and turnarounds.
• Assist scaffold planning and safe access inside vessels.

Kenntnisse

Read drawings

Layout tools

Height safety

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Jobbeschreibung

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Fitter is responsible for the layout, positioning, alignment, and installation of structural components, tray support rings, internals, and other process equipment inside columns, vessels, and reactors. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, blueprint reading, and field fitting skills in support of Tray-Tec’s turnaround and capital projects in refineries, chemical plants, and fabrication facilities.

On all Projects regardless of role:

Ensure that SAFETY is foremost on all jobs and strive for the best safety record in the industry. Immediately notify the Safety Manager of any safety issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lay out and fit tray support rings, bolting bars, nozzles, and other internals per drawings and customer specifications.
• Interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, internal detail drawings, and customer-supplied specifications.
• Perform fit-up of nozzles, manways, and column modifications using measuring and layout tools.
• Use torch cutting, grinding, and other prep methods for field modifications and fit-up tasks.
• Work in confined spaces, including inside towers, vessels, and drums under strict permit and ventilation protocols.
• Coordinate closely with welders to ensure accurate fit-up and weld prep.
• Assist with verifying delivered materials and inventory for job readiness.
• Maintain control and organization of tools, fit-up materials, and rigging hardware.
• Support efficient work sequencing and task preparation during shutdowns and turnarounds.
• Assist with scaffold planning and safe access requirements inside vessels.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a fitter in an industrial setting (turnarounds, towers, fabrication shop, etc.).
• Familiarity with tower internals installation (trays, packing, distributors, supports).
• Experience with hot work, rigging, and confined space operations.

REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and interpret structural and mechanical drawings.
• Skilled in use of levels, squares, tape measures, and other layout tools.
• Basic knowledge of ASME standards related to vessel modification and fit-up.
• Excellent hand/eye coordination and physical stamina for demanding work environments.
• Must be comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to climb ladders, enter vessels, and work in elevated or confined environments.
• Capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling materials up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Requires manual dexterity and the ability to work in awkward positions for extended periods.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires travel to job sites throughout the United States and extended stays during turnaround projects.

CAREER PATH:

Fitter positions may lead to advancement opportunities such as Lead Fitter, Foreman, or Superintendent roles within the company.