Pipefitter (Fab Shop Maintenance)

Brown-and-Root-Industrial-Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

FSA

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs and maintains piping systems and related equipment for steam, hot water, heating and cooling systems. The role requires journeyman-level skill, NCCER credentials for certified journeyman, and the ability to read and interpret instructions, plan work sequences and document activities.

The technician will select pipes by type and size, inspect sites, cut and thread pipes, assemble fittings, install supports and test systems

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with experience in the field.
• NCCER certifications written and/or practical for certified journeyman.
• May require experience in industrial fabrication environments.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Selects pipe types and materials per job specs.
• Inspects site for obstructions and plans installation sequence.
• Cuts, threads, bends and installs pipes using tools and machines.
• Mounts pipe hangers and supports; secures pipes to structures.
• Assembles pipes and fittings with various joints and methods.
• Tests piping systems for leaks and integrity.

Skills

Read instructions

Plan independently

Document work activities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NCCER certification

Job description

JOB STEP

Journeyman - Typically 3 years and above documented field experience in chosen craft discipline with ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.

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

Leadman - Provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers in work crew, providing assistance to Foreman, while working in the capacity of a journeyman.

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

• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications.
• Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.
• Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
• Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
• Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
• Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meter, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping,
• Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
• Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.
• May observe production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions. May operate machinery to verify repair.
• Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies.
• May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation.
• Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment.
• Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Perform other duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 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 the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.

QUALIFICATIONS

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Heavy industrial fabrication shop or job site environment

May involve exposure to loud noise, heat, fumes, and heavy equipment

Required use of PPE: hard hat, steel-toe boots, gloves, safety glasses, etc.

May require overtime, weekend shifts, or travel depending on project needs

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 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 the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.

QUALIFICATIONS

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Strength:
   • Standing 60%
   • Walking 20%
   • Sitting 20%
   • Lifting 50 lb.
   • Carrying 50 lb.
   • Pushing 70 ft-lb.
   • Pulling 70 ft-lb.
2. Climbing F
3. Balancing F
4. Stooping O
5. Kneeling O
6. Crouching O
7. Crawling O
8. Reaching C
9. Handling C
10. Fingering F

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

NP Not Present

O Occasionally (0-33%)F Frequently (34-66%)C Constantly (67-100%)

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

• 401K plan with company match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• AD&D
• flexible spending account
• disability
• paid time off
• flexible work schedule

We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

• 401K plan with company match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• AD&D
• flexible spending account
• disability
• paid time off
• flexible work schedule

We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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