Instrument Fitter

brownandrootexternal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown & Root External seeks an Instrument Tubing Fitter in Houston, TX to fabricate, route, install, and terminate stainless-steel and copper tubing systems per drawings and quality standards. You will measure, bend, cut, support, and connect tubing between field devices and control equipment, ensuring high-quality workmanship and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include reading isometrics, installing fittings, fabricating impulse lines, and coordinating with other trades.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial construction experience with instrument tubing installation.
• Proficient in bending and installing stainless-steel tubing.
• Ability to read and interpret tubing layouts, isometric drawings, and installation details.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, bend, and install instrument tubing in accordance with project requirements.
• Install tubing supports, clamps, channel, and associated hardware.
• Route tubing along designated pathways while maintaining proper spacing and accessibility.
• Install and tighten tube fittings, ferrules, connectors, and manifolds.
• Fabricate tubing assemblies and impulse lines from isometric and hook-up drawings.
• Read and interpret instrument tubing layouts, isometrics, and construction drawings.
• Verify tubing installations meet project specifications and quality requirements.
• Assist with continuity checks, pressure testing, and leak testing of tubing systems.
• Coordinate work activities with other construction trades and supervisors.

Skills

Tubing installation

Isometrics reading

Stainless steel bending

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Instrument Tubing Fitter is responsible for the fabrication, routing, installation, and termination of stainless-steel and copper instrument tubing systems in accordance with project drawings, specifications, and quality standards. The position focuses on tubing installation activities including measuring, bending, cutting, supporting, and connecting tubing between field devices, junction points, and control equipment while maintaining safe work practices and ensuring high-quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, bend, and install instrument tubing in accordance with project requirements.
• Install tubing supports, clamps, channel, and associated hardware.
• Route tubing along designated pathways while maintaining proper spacing, alignment, and accessibility.
• Install and tighten tube fittings, ferrules, connectors, and manifolds.
• Fabricate tubing assemblies and impulse lines from isometric and hook-up drawings.
• Read and interpret instrument tubing layouts, isometrics, and construction drawings.
• Verify tubing installations meet project specifications and quality requirements.
• Assist with continuity checks, pressure testing, and leak testing of tubing systems.
• Maintain a safe work area and comply with all site safety procedures.
• Coordinate work activities with other construction trades and supervisors.
• Follow blueprints, drawings, and work instructions under supervision.
• Assist with hydro-testing, flushing, and commissioning activities.
• Support rigging and material handling operations when qualified.
• Comply with company safety policies, procedures, and permit requirements.
• Attend safety meetings, toolbox talks, and required training.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial construction experience with instrument tubing installation.
• Proficient in bending and installing stainless-steel tubing.
• Ability to read and interpret tubing layouts, isometric drawings, and installation details.
• Knowledge of tube fittings, supports, and industry installation practices.
• Experience in refinery, petrochemical, LNG, pipeline, or industrial facilities preferred.
• Strong understanding of safety requirements and quality standards.