Pipefitter

Fluor Corporation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a skilled professional for various rigging tasks, including the operation and inspection of rigging equipment. Responsibilities include the safe installation of pipe systems, maintenance of tools and equipment, and compliance with safety and environmental protocols. Candidates should be able to perform physically demanding tasks and lift up to 50 lbs. This role requires attention to detail and strong adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Capable of performing physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in rigging and using power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform rigging equipment inspections and operations.
• Install pipe systems and components following specifications.
• Handle materials safely and efficiently.

Skills

Material handling

Rigging equipment operation

Oxy-fuel cutting operations

Pipe installation

Welding detail interpretation

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big‑picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

• Follow all health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Perform cleanup duties.
• Perform material handling and storage duties.
• Identify, use, and care of common hand and power tools.
• Use and care of craft specific tools and equipment.
• Apply craft‑related mathematics.
• Apply safety standards and best practices relevant to rigging.
• Inspect rigging equipment and hardware.
• Use common hitches, emergency stop signals, basic crane hand signals, knot tying (bowline & clove hitch).
• Operate rigging equipment relevant to craft specific tasks.
• Cut and thread pipe manually.
• Identify and select pipe fittings.
• Perform oxy‑fuel cutting operations.
• Fabricate and install gaskets.
• Perform machine cutting and threading of pipe.
• Test pipe and tube installations.
• Fabricate and install plastic, PVC, and HDPE pipe and fittings.
• Install pipe systems and components.
• Perform detailed pipe layout.
• Identify, fabricate, and install pipe hangers and supports.
• Install valves and components.
• Perform pipe system layout and fabrication duties.
• Review construction drawings, blueprints, and P&ID drawings for specifications to determine work requirements.
• Select appropriate types of pipe.
• Perform weld preparation and set‑up.
• Read and interpret welding detail drawings.

Job Requirements

Mental Demands

• Understand and carry out oral instructions.
• Read and carry out written instructions to perform work tasks.
• Work at varying heights.
• Recognize, avoid, and report safety hazards.
• Assemble and disassemble objects.
• Operate equipment and power tools.

Physical Demands

• See hazards, safety warnings, and barriers.
• Bend knees for lifting and routine work tasks.
• Stoop for work positioning and lifting.
• Lift maximum 50 lbs without assistance.
• Comprehend and respond to audible/visual instructions, alarms, and warnings.
• Climb/balance on ladders, scaffolding, and structures for work tasks.
• Kneel for work positioning and task performance.
• Reach above shoulders and away from body to perform work tasks.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity to perform work tasks.

Working Conditions

• Work in extreme heat or cold.
• Work where noise level is above 85 decibels.
• Work in wet/humid environments.
• Work in cramped quarters.
• Work in environments with fluctuating ventilation.
• Work inside and outside.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.