Mechanic Pipefitter

Starcon-International; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

STARCON International, Inc. is seeking an experienced piping specialist to join our field team. The role focuses on fit up, cutting, threading and assembling piping systems in chemical plant/refinery environments.

Responsibilities include installing hangers, performing hydro and air tests, and reading isometrics and P&ID drawings. Candidates must be able to work in heights and wear SCBA/PPE as required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in chemical plants or refineries in piping field.
• Able to cut, thread and assemble pipe and fittings.
• Experience with hydro-tests/air tests for leaks.
• Familiar with isometric drawings and P&ID reading.

Responsibilities

• Fit up and construction of piping systems.
• Cut, thread and install pipe using tools and machines.
• Install pipe hangers and perform tests for leaks.
• Work in SCBA and PPE as required on site.

Skills

Torch cutting

Rigging

Reading Isometrics & P&IDs

Math skills

Team player

Tools

Pipe threading machine

Pipe cutting machine

Power tools

Job description

Job Description:

The right candidate will have four or more previous years’experience working in chemical plants and/or refineries in the piping field.You are responsible for the fit up and construction of piping systems. You willcut pipe using power tools, pipe cutter, cutting torch and pipe cuttingmachine. You will thread pipe using threading machine. You will assemble andinstall a variety of metal and nonmetal pipe and pipe fittings, including thosemade of carbon, brass, copper and stainless steel. You will install pipehangers. You will be required to perform hydro-tests and air tests of pipingsystems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attachedto pipes for indication of leaks. Required Skills:

• Torch cutting, operation of equipment such as pipe cutting/beveling machines and basic rigging knowledge
• Knowledge of control valves, check valves and relief valves related to removal, handling and proper installation
• Ability to install and remove blinds for isolating fixed equipment
• Sound knowledge of rigging skills
• Knowledge of materials which require the proper pre-heating prior to cutting or welding
• Ability to read and understand piping isometric drawings and P&ID’s
• Ability to read and understand weld procedures
• Ability to perform steam tracing on associated piping systems
• Cut and thread pipe using various tools and machines
• Ability to layout and install pipe hangers
• Ability to layout and fit pipe from field dimensions or from field sketches, Isometric and P&ID drawings.
• Must possess strong math skills
• Always be in compliance with all of Starcon and clients’ safety and quality control procedures.
• Work in a team effort with all team members in order to reach a common goal.
• Be willing to assist other crafts when directed such as boilermakers, welders, riggers, etc.

The work environment may require you to work in SCBA,special protective PPE specific to the unit and working at heights. Extended work hours may be required. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Must be physically able to carry up to 50 lbs. of tools and/or material.