Pipefitter Craftsman 2

TIC – The Industrial Company; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC – The Industrial Company is seeking an experienced Pipefitter to layout, assemble, install and maintain pipe systems on construction sites in Port Arthur, TX. You will read isometric drawings, measure accurately, fabricate sections and weld or thread joints to exact specifications.

Work involves aligning components, rigging, operating a range of hand and power tools, and hydro testing completed systems in a demanding industrial environment.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Read isometric drawings, take measurements, fabricate and install piping efficiently.
• Align, bolt, and clamp components for welding.
• Assemble and secure pipes, fittings, and equipment by welding and threading joints.
• Position materials and equipment per plans; install items per specifications.
• Distinguish metal thickness and types; perform rigging operations.
• Operate beveling machines, grinders, torches, drills, and Saw-Zall.
• Layout and install equipment, vessels, pumps, pipe and supports; hydro test piping systems.

Skills

Isometric drawings

Measurements

Piping fabrication

Welding joints

Rigging

Tool operation

Layout and installation

Hydro testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Beveling machines

Cut-off grinders

Hammers

Torches

Magnetic drills

Saw-Zall

Job description

Position Summary

Lay-out, assemble, install, or maintain pipe systems, pipe supports or related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Reading isometric drawings, taking measurements, fabricating and installing piping efficiently
• Align, bolt, and clamp together components of fabricated metal products to secure in position for welding
• Assembly and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment according to specifications by welding and threading joints
• Position and secure materials and workpieces during installation; and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications
• Distinguish varying thickness and types of metal materials
• Manually handle and securely apply rigging equipment
• Operate tools and equipment including: beveling machines, cut-off grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, and a Saw-Zall
• Layout and install equipment, vessels, skids, pumps, pipe, and supports
• Hydro test piping systems

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site,

so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl

Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor

weather conditions

Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required

May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access

required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and

maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds

Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces

Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment

May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across

construction/industrial site

Must have required tools

May require U.S. Drivers License

Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required

Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.