Pipe Yard Helper

L.K. Jordan & Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

LK Jordan is seeking a Pipe Yard Helper in the Southwest side of Houston. The role supports the forklift operator by moving pipe within the yard to prepare for spraying.

Responsibilities include organizing pipes, removing caps, assisting in sandblasting and Lacquer spraying, drying cycles, and marking pipes by stencil for grade/size. Safety PPE and housekeeping are emphasized throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours and weekends (if needed).
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Stable work history, preferably in an industrial environment.
• Reliable transportation.
• Committed to working safely at all times including the policies and procedures of the operation.
• Positive attitude; good team player.

Responsibilities

• At the start of each shift, the Helper assists the Lead in putting all pipe in order (largest to smallest).
• Pull caps off of each piece of pipe.
• Assist in sandblasting the pipe by controlling the air flow.
• Assist in spraying each pipe (using lacquer).
• After 10-15 minutes of drying time, turn the pipes and repeat the process.
• Assist the Lead to mark each pipe by stenciling the grade and size.
• Observe all safety precautions and wear PPE at all times.
• Maintain housekeeping in the assigned work area.
• Perform any other duties as requested by supervisor/manager.

Skills

Flexible hours

Background check

Stable work history

Reliable transportation

Safety first

Team player

Job description

LK Jordan is seeking a Pipe Yard Helper in the Southwest side of Houston Pipe Yard Helper

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible for assisting the forklift operator with moving pipe within the yard to make ready for spraying.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours and weekends (if needed)
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Stable work history, preferably in an industrial environment
• Reliable transportation
• Committed to working safely at all times including a commitment to the policies and procedures of the operation
• Positive attitude; good team player

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• At the start of each shift, the Helper will assist the Lead in putting all pipe in order (largest to smallest)
• Pull caps off of each piece of pipe
• Will assist in sandblasting the pipe which consists of controlling the air flow during the sandblasting process
• Will assist in spraying each pipe (using lacquer)
• After 10-15 minutes of drying time, the Helper will turn the pipes and repeat the process
• After drying, the Helper will assist the Lead to mark each pipe by stenciling (this identifies the grade and size of each pipe)
• Observe all safety precautions and wear appropriate PPE at all times
• Maintain Housekeeping in assigned work area
• Any other duties as requested by respective supervisor and/or manager

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift and stack objects up to 50 lbs. occasionally and frequently exert 10 to 20 lbs. of force to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects
• Work involves long periods of standing, walking, kneeling, and reaching; may also include climbing ladders and staircases
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions – heat, cold, rain
• Bilingual