Hands-On Pipefitter/Welder Foreman — Industrial Piping

Energy Jobline ZR; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Baton Rouge, LA seeks an experienced Pipefitter Foreman / Pipe Welder Foreman to supervise field crews while actively performing hands-on pipefitting, welding, fabrication, and installation on industrial piping projects.

The ideal candidate will lead crews safely, read isometrics and P&IDs, coordinate materials and schedules, and deliver quality workmanship in heavy industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Industrial Pipefitter Foreman, Pipe Welder Foreman, Piping Foreman, Working Foreman, or Industrial Piping Crew Leader.
• Strong hands-on background in industrial pipefitting, industrial pipe welding, and pipe fabrication.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and work alongside skilled tradespeople on industrial piping projects.
• Experience installing and modifying industrial process piping systems in manufacturing or heavy industrial environments.
• Proficiency in pipe layout, pipe fit-up, pipe fabrication, and industrial piping installation.
• Ability to interpret isometric piping drawings, P&IDs, technical blueprints, and installation specifications.
• Working knowledge of TIG welding (GTAW), Stick welding (SMAW), and other applicable industrial pipe welding processes.
• Understanding of industrial piping materials, fittings, flanges, valves, pipe supports, and installation methods.
• Experience planning work activities, coordinating crews, and addressing field installation challenges.
• Strong understanding of industrial jobsite safety, welding safety, and quality workmanship.
• Ability to contribute immediately with minimal training in fundamental pipefitting and welding operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise crews of Industrial Pipefitters, Pipe Welders, and Piping Fabricators on industrial installation projects.
• Perform hands-on industrial pipefitting, pipe welding, pipe fabrication, and piping system installations.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute industrial piping installation projects, including pipe routing, layout, fabrication, assembly, and field installation.
• Read and interpret piping isometric drawings, blueprints, P&IDs, and fabrication drawings.
• Oversee pipe layout, pipe spool fabrication, pipe alignment, pipe supports, and piping assembly.
• Perform and oversee welding operations involving carbon steel, stainless steel, and other industrial piping materials.
• Coordinate crew assignments, materials, tools, equipment, and daily installation activities.
• Troubleshoot field installation challenges and resolve piping alignment, fit-up, and fabrication issues.
• Ensure piping installations meet applicable quality standards, welding procedures, project specifications, and safety requirements.
• Maintain productivity, workmanship, and effective communication with project managers and other field personnel.
• Work alongside crew members to complete complex piping installations safely and efficiently.

Skills

Hands-On Leadership

Industrial pipefitting

Industrial pipe welding

Pipe fabrication

Piping installation

Isometric drawings interpretation

Welding: TIG/SMAW

Team supervision

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR in Baton Rouge, LA seeks an experienced Pipefitter Foreman / Pipe Welder Foreman to supervise field crews while actively performing hands-on pipefitting, welding, fabrication, and installation on industrial piping projects.

The ideal candidate will lead crews safely, read isometrics and P&IDs, coordinate materials and schedules, and deliver quality workmanship in heavy industrial environments.