Pipe Yard Helper

Automation Personnel Services; Texas; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision, short-term &

Life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with matching

60 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of

6 paid Holidays after 1 year of

$50 referral bonus

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services in Southwest Houston, Texas, is seeking a hard-working Pipe Yard Helper. The role supports forklift operators in loading and unloading pipes, moves pipe within the yard, and requires strong safety awareness and physical stamina.

The position is full-time with temporary-to-hire status. Benefits include weekly pay and multiple insurance options, with a $15.00 hourly wage and a commitment to workplace safety.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift heavy objects and handle physical duties.
• Experience in industrial or yard environments preferred.
• Valves, fittings, and pipe systems familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist forklift operators with pipe loading/unloading tasks.
• Follow verbal and hand signal instructions to identify and move materials.
• Verify heat numbers and pipe quantities and ensure proper chocking.
• Install strapping and padding to secure loads for transport.
• Perform pipe yard tasks such as painting, stenciling, sandblasting and coating.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and wear required PPE.
• Cross-train and assist in other operational areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Skills

Team orientation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Pipe yard Helper

Automation Personnel Services is looking for a hard-working Pipe yard Helper for a company based in Southwest Houston, Texas. The Pipe Yard Helper will assist forklift operators in the loading and unloading of products onto and from trucks, as well as move pipe within the yard. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Pay Rate

$15.00 an hour

Schedule and Hours

• Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Monday through Friday, 6:00 pm to 6:00 Am

Pipe yard Helper Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist forklift operators with pipe loading/unloading tasks
• Follow verbal and hand signal instructions to identify and move materials
• Verify heat numbers, pipe quantities, and ensure proper chocking
• Install strapping, bracing, and padding to secure loads for transport
• Perform general pipe yard tasks such as painting, stenciling, sandblasting, and coating
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE
• Cross-train and assist in other operational areas as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager

Pipe yard Helper Qualifications and Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience with valves, fittings, and pipe systems.
• Prior experience in an industrial setting preferred
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs
• Positive attitude and strong team orientation
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Job Type

Full-time, Temporary to Hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Bonus Opportunity!

• We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services

Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer