Pipefitter Foreman - Crew Lead, Piping Projects

PALA Interstate, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

PALA Interstate, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Foreman/Crew Leader for piping projects. The role requires directing a crew, ensuring safety, reading isometrics, and maintaining quality through all tasks per project specs.

Responsibilities include securing permits, coordinating equipment, enforcing policies, and mentoring workers. A TWIC card and valid license are required, with NCCER piping certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years’ experience in piping.
• Prior foreman/crew leader experience.
• Advanced rigging and material handling skills a plus.
• NCCER Pipefitting Certification strongly desired.
• Current, undamaged TWIC card required.
• Valid Driver License required.
• Must meet minimum qualifications per PALA's Driving Policy.

Responsibilities

• Obtains work permit from appropriate source and performs a safety walk to verify conditions.
• Confers with supervisor if permit information is questionable and takes appropriate measures.
• Assesses need for equipment and procures equipment from appropriate personnel.
• Reads and enforces company policy and safety regulations.
• Assigns duties and oversees all work being performed.
• Completes and reviews paperwork (sign-in sheets, valve lists, MSDS, time sheets).
• Conducts toolbox safety meetings for workers.
• Resolves work-related problems.
• Trains and assists workers in performance of their duties.
• Drives company truck to transport workers to and from work site.

Skills

Team supervision

Safety leadership

Pipefitting experience

Reading drawings

Toolbox talks

Education

NCCER Pipefitting Certification

TWIC card

Driver's license

Tools

MSDS

Job description

PALA Interstate, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Foreman/Crew Leader for piping projects. The role requires directing a crew, ensuring safety, reading isometrics, and maintaining quality through all tasks per project specs.

Responsibilities include securing permits, coordinating equipment, enforcing policies, and mentoring workers. A TWIC card and valid license are required, with NCCER piping certification preferred.