Pipefitter Helper — Travel Ops for Gas Plant Projects

Optimized Process Designs; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimized Process Designs (OPD) is seeking a Pipefitter Helper for a Baytown, TX jobsite. The candidate will assist with setting, assembling, and installing pipe, handling fittings and metals, and supporting rigging tasks on an industrial project in the natural gas/petrochemical sector.

Travel to remote sites is required, with 12-hour shifts and full participation in site safety. The role demands physical stamina and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months previous experience in an industrial environment.
• Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, 7 days a week.
• Must be able to meet all physical demands of the job.
• Must attend mandatory safety meetings.

Responsibilities

• Assisting pipefitter with setting, assembling, and installing pipe.
• Knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc.
• Prepare pipe and fittings for hoisting and rigging.
• 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 beveling machines, cut-off grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, welding machines, and a Saw-Zall.
• Work safely and accurately.

Skills

Industrial environment experience

Travel availability

Safety compliance

Shift work ability

Reading ISO/drawings

Metal familiarity

Tools

Beveling machines

Cut-off grinders

Hammers

Torches

Magnetic drills

Welding machines

Saw-Zall

Job description

Optimized Process Designs (OPD) is seeking a Pipefitter Helper for a Baytown, TX jobsite. The candidate will assist with setting, assembling, and installing pipe, handling fittings and metals, and supporting rigging tasks on an industrial project in the natural gas/petrochemical sector.

Travel to remote sites is required, with 12-hour shifts and full participation in site safety. The role demands physical stamina and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.