Pipefitter Helper

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is looking for a Pipefitter Helper in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The role involves assisting skilled Pipefitters with various tasks like installation, maintenance, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Applicants should have the ability to lift materials, effectively communicate, and operate hand and power tools. This position may expose workers to adverse weather conditions and requires physical stamina.

Qualifications

• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to ensure safety.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools with proper training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation of various piping types.
• Load, transport, and unload materials for Pipefitters.
• Maintain a clean work area and restock supplies.

Skills

Hand/eye coordination

Communication skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

More information about this job

Overview

The Pipefitter Helper will assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. Assist in planning, lay-out, installation, testing, and repair of all types of piping systems in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by supervision. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or a construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary
• Assist Pipefitter in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials during installation
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning activities
• Assist Pipefitter in installation of all types of piping by learning to use appropriate hand and power tools
• Cut or drill holes, mount pipe hangers and brackets, perform other routine duties as directed
• Load, transport, unload and furnish pipefitter with materials, tools, equipment and supplies
• Learn to read and understand plans and specifications
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical

• Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
• Hand/eye coordination
• Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
• Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
• May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types with proper training and authorization
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• May be required to work in confined spaces
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)

Mental

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details