Pipefitter

Brown & Root Industrial Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in industrial services is seeking a Certified Journeyman to lay out, fabricate, assemble, install, and maintain piping systems. The role involves selecting materials, inspecting worksites, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

401K with match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedule

Qualifications

• Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.

Responsibilities

• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications.
• Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.
• Tests piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure.

Skills

Decision Making

Mathematics

Planning

Visualizing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Description: Certified Journeyman - Requires attainment of NCCER certifications, written and/or practical.

Summary: Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water fixtures, and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and production and processing systems.

Responsibilities:

1. Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications.
2. Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.
3. Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
4. Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe cutting machine.
5. Threads pipe using threading machine.
6. Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.
7. Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
8. Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
9. Secures pipes to structures with brackets, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
10. Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping.
11. Tests piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure and observing gauges.
12. Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.
13. May observe production machines to detect malfunctions and operate machinery to verify repairs.
14. Loads, transports, and unloads materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
15. Assists in lifting, positioning, and securing materials and workpieces during installation.
16. Performs minor maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment.
17. Respiratory protection may be required.
18. Observes and complies with all safety and project rules.
19. Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 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 size, shape, and form of objects.

Qualifications: May require a high school diploma or equivalent, with experience in the field or related area. Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. Works under immediate supervision, relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines, and typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing 60%, Walking 20%, Sitting 20%
• Lifting 50 lb., Carrying 50 lb., Pushing 70 ft-lb., Pulling 70 ft-lb.
• Climbing: Frequent, Balancing: Frequent, Stooping: Occasional, Kneeling: Occasional, Crouching: Occasional, Crawling: Occasional, Reaching: Constant, Handling: Constant, Fingering: Frequent

Additional: Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status, or other protected characteristics.

Benefits: Includes 401K with match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. Supports career advancement through training and development.