Pipe Fitter

Kiewit; Ingleside (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an experienced Pipefitter to lay-out, assemble, install and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment in accordance with plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

You will read isometric drawings, take measurements, fabricate and install piping, align and weld components, and hydro test completed systems outdoors, often at height or in confined spaces, with overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Reading isometric drawings and taking measurements to fabricate and install piping.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; communicate with supervision.
• Safe handling and use of hand and power tools in a pipefitting environment.

Responsibilities

• Read isometric drawings, take measurements, fabricate and install piping efficiently.
• Align, bolt, and clamp components for welding and securing in position.
• Assemble and secure pipes, fittings, and equipment by welding and threading joints.
• Position materials and workpieces during installation; follow plans and specifications.
• Distinguish varying thickness and types of metal materials.
• Manually handle and properly apply rigging equipment.
• Operate beveling machines, grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, and Saw-Zall.
• Layout and install equipment, vessels, skids, pumps, pipe, and supports.
• Hydro test piping systems.

Skills

Read isometrics

Piping fabrication/installation

Tool safety

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Lay-out, assemble, install, or maintain pipe systems, pipe supports or related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

Requisition ID: 189107

Position Summary

Lay-out, assemble, install, or maintain pipe systems, pipe supports or related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities And Duties

• Reading isometric drawings, taking measurements, fabricating and installing piping efficiently
• Align, bolt, and clamp together components of fabricated metal products to secure in position for welding
• Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment according to specifications by welding and threading joints
• Position and secure materials and workpieces during installation; and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications
• Distinguish varying thickness and types of metal materials
• Manually handle and securely apply rigging equipment
• Operate tools and equipment including: beveling machines, cut-off grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, and a Saw-Zall
• Layout and install equipment, vessels, skids, pumps, pipe, and supports
• Hydro test piping systems

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.