Pipefitter Helper

Brown-and-Root-Industrial-Services

La Marque (TX)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

25 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services seeks a Journeyman pipefitter in Texas to lay out, fabricate, assemble, install and maintain piping systems and related equipment for steam and process systems. You will read drawings, plan work, and perform installations with hand and power tools, ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires experience in piping, fittings, and corrosion-resistant joints, with ability to work at heights and in manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

Requires high school diploma or equivalent and field experience.
Follows instructions and pre-established guidelines in job functions.

Responsibilities

Selects pipe sizes and materials per job specs.
Inspects site for obstructions and plan sequence to avoid conflicts.
Cuts, threads, bends, and installs pipes and fittings with proper joints.
Mounts and secures pipe hangers and brackets.
Test piping systems for leaks and observe gauges.
Welds pipe supports to structural members.
Assist with lifting and handling of materials and tools.
Adhere to safety and project rules.

Skills

Read & interpret instructions

Plan work

Shop math

Drawings & plans visualization

Work at heights

Tool selection

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hacksaw

Pipe cutter

Pipe threading machine

Pipe bending tools

Job description

SUMMARY

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. 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Strength: a. Standing 60% Walking 20% Sitting 20% b. Lifting 50 lb. Carrying 50 lb. Pushing 70 ft-lb. Pulling 70 ft-lb. 2. Climbing F Balancing F 3. Stooping O Kneeling O Crouching O Crawling O Reaching C Handling C 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.

BENEFITS: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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