Pipe Foreman

Central Gulf Industrial Alliance

Richmond, Northern (VA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services is seeking a skilled pipefitter to oversee piping installations and maintenance. You will read isometric drawings, determine layout, orientation, size, and diameter of piping, and perform fabrication, assembly, and installation of piping systems for steam, HVAC, and processing lines.

The role requires planning work, using hand and power tools, and ensuring safety compliance on site.

Qualifications

Must read and interpret isometric drawings and piping specs.
Plan own work and delegate tasks to crew safely and efficiently.
Adhere to all safety procedures and project rules.

Responsibilities

Selects pipe types and sizes per specs.
Inspects site for obstructions.
Plans installation sequence to avoid conflicts.
Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, or torch.
Threads pipe using threading machine.
Bends pipe by hand or with tools.
Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls/ceilings.
Assembles and installs piping and fittings with joints.
Secures pipes to structures with brackets and clamps.
Installs HVAC piping and controls.
Tests piping systems for leaks and pressure.
Welds pipe supports to structural members.
Observe machinery and assist in maintenance.
Loads, transports, and unloads materials.
Assist in positioning and securing during install.
Perform tool maintenance and housekeeping.
Observe safety rules and raise concerns when needed.

Skills

Isometric drawings

Planning tasks

Safety compliance

Work at height

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pipe cutting tools

Pipe threading machine

Pipe bending tools

Welding equipment basics

Job description

SUMMARY
Oversees and directs crew members to ensure daily tasks are carried out in a safe, timely and efficient manner. Must be able to read isometric drawings, derive location, orientation, size and diameter of piping or other equipment and any other tasks involved in installing/maintaining piping systems. Some of these duties may include; lay outs, fabrication, assembly, installs and maintaining piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water fixtures and equipment for steam, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and production and processing systems.

Responsibilities

Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications.
Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.
Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
Threads pipe using threading machine.
Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.
Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meter, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping,
Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.
May observe production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions. May operate machinery to verify repair.
Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies.
May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation.
Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment.
Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
Apply shop mathematics to solve problems
Plan work and select proper tools.
Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
Work at heights without fear.
Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.

QUALIFICATIONS
May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the particular field. Will plan own work and delegate taks to crew members in order to complete taks timely, safely and efficiently. Will require independent judgement on daily tasks. Will report to a site General Foreman and/or Site Manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Strength:
a. Standing 60% Walking 20% Sitting 20%
b. Lifting 50 lb.
Carrying 50 lb.
Pushing 70 ft-lb.
Pulling 70 ft-lb.

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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