Offshore Structural Fitter

Gulf Island; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled professionals in iron fabrication and steel structures. This role involves interpreting blueprints, performing precise measurements, and installing various structural components in compliance with job specifications. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience, showcasing their expertise in pipe fitting and structural installation. Join a dynamic team that values safety and quality, and enjoy a range of benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) plan. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to significant projects while working in diverse environmental conditions.

Benefits

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in pipe fitting or structural work.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Study engineering drawings and determine material requirements.
• Measure, cut, fit, and install structural components per specifications.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Mathematical Calculations

Effective Communication

Pipe Fitting

Structural Installation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cutting Torches

Measuring Tapes

Welding Machines

Calculators

Power Grinders

Job description

Description

Main Purpose:

To perform job functions required and assigned in iron fabrication as steel structures per the contract/job specifications and quality assurance requirements/fitting procedures and established ISO/QC program standards.

Essential Functions:

• Study engineering drawings to determine materials requirements and task sequences.
• Read and interpret blueprint and specifications.
• Perform mathematical calculations, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, angles, etc.
• Measure, cut, fit, and install structural/pipe plate, pipe material, beams, plate, pipe, etc., per blueprint and job specifications.
• Locate and mark workpiece from drawings cutting lines, checking for material thickness, welding shrinkage, and other component specifications.
• Straighten warped or bent parts using sledges, hand torches, and straightening procedures.
• Follow fitting procedures and principles used in fabricating offshore jackets, decks, heliports, production facilities, etc.
• Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts using cutting torches, straightening presses, and hand tools.
• Lays out and installs piping, equipment, and other mechanical systems in compliance with construction drawings and specifications.
• Inspect work sites for obstructions or holes that could cause structural weakness.
• Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications using squares and measuring tapes.
• Know how to pull coordinates to find pipes and get measurements.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned safely and efficiently.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.

Benefits Offered:

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing: This is an essential job function/physical requirement.
• Walking: This is an essential job function/physical requirement.
• Turning, twisting, bending, and stooping: These physical requirements are essential job functions.
• Pushing and Pulling: These physical requirements are essential job functions.
• Reaching, forward, and overhead: These are essential job functions/physical requirements.
• Climbing: This is an essential job function/physical requirement.
• Balancing, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, and seeing: These are all considered normal physical duties/requirements and would be needed/required to work in this industrial environment safely and efficiently.
• Lifting: Employees must lift to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience and be able to successfully demonstrate the ability to pass a written and practical pipe fitter or structural test.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• TWIC card.

Desirable Experience, Education, and Training:

• High school diploma or GED.

Tools, Equipment, and Technology:

• Fitters must know of and use cutting torches, measuring tapes, calculators, levels, man-lifts, high-reach equipment, welding machines, chipping hammers, pressure chippers, power grinders, etc.
• Must be able to read and write.

Environmental Conditions:

• 80% to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors.
• Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc.
• May also be exposed to fumes (Paint, paint thinners, diesel, or gas, etc.)