Pipefitter Helper - La Porte, TX

VetJobs; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Pipefitter Helper in La Porte, TX, where you will assist in conducting various pipe installation activities. Ideal candidates are veterans or military affiliates with a team-oriented attitude and a solid understanding of safety procedures. This position offers a hands-on role within the construction industry, focusing on enhancing efficiency and maintaining high safety standards.

Qualifications

• 6 months previous experience in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of different metals and pipe fittings.
• Ability to work extended shifts and in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist pipefitter with setting, assembling, and installing pipe.
• Prepare pipe and fittings for hoisting and rigging.
• Operate tools such as beveling machines, cut-off grinders, and welding machines.

Skills

Knowledge of pipe fittings

Ability to work safely

Teamwork

Education

High School/GED

Job description

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Job Description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Your Job

The jobsite located in La Porte, TX has an opening for a Pipefitter Helper.

Our Team

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a ''one stop shop'' for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

What You Will Do

Some Core Responsibilities For a Pipefitter Helper Include

Assisting pipefitter with setting, assembling, and installing pipe.

Possess knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc, as required.

Prepare pipe and fittings for hoisting and rigging

Being familiar with different types of metals

Locate and mark bending and cutting lines of the metal.

Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary

Operate tools and equipment including: beveling machines, cut-off grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, welding machines, and a Saw-Zall.

Ability to work safely and accurately.

Auto req ID

447923BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job Category

Operations

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

We expect all field employees to:

Actively participate in a strong safety culture

Recognize safety hazards and risks

Participate in onsite safety meetings

Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures

Be aware of changing conditions on an active jobsite

Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work

Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment

High attention to detail to avoid reworks and errors

Some Physical Demands Of Being a Pipefitter Helper Include

Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including extreme heat and humidity, extreme cold, and high elevations.

Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbs

Standing for extended periods of time up to 11 hours per day. Breaks are given in 2.5 hour intervals

Moving the entire body. Considerable use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending on a regular basis.

Must be able to work on elevated platforms and maintain balance when stepping on narrow platforms such as beams and pipes. Must be able to perform these activities while wearing an approved full-body harness and lanyard.

Use hands to handle, control, and feel objects and/or tools.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

6 months previous experience working in an industrial environment

Past exposure to different metals and knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc.

Other Job Requirements

Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.

Must be willing and able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week.

Must be willing and able to meet all physical demands of the job.

Must be able and willing to attend mandatory safety meetings.

What Will Put You Ahead

6+ months working as a pipefitter helper

Previous experience reading ISO’s and drawings

Past exposure to different metals and knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc.

Experience in a gas plant construction environment

City*

La Porte

State*

Texas

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Company

Koch Industries

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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