Pipefitter I (Leroy, Alabama)

Burns & McDonnell; Alabama; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints
• Apply mathematics to solve problems
• Fabricating and installing pipe systems, hangers, supports, valves and components
• Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic tests
• Use hand tools and power tools

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints
• Fabricating and installing gaskets and pipe fit
• Performing cutting/threading operations using a machine
• Using measuring tools and portable power tools
• Secure pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers
• Fabricating pipe systems and piping spools
• Rigging material and equipment
• Layout piping systems
• Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic tests

Skills

Pipefitting

Blueprint reading

Mathematics

Hand and power tools

Rigging

Tools

Bandsaw

Oxygen/acetylene torch

Plasma cutter

Beveling machine

Measuring tools

Job description

Description

A Pipefitter I will assemble, layout, install and maintain pipe systems. The Pipe systems may include but not limited to pipe, flanges, supports, valves, gauges, hangars, and angles. Pipe Fitters may work in all parts of the construction or maintenance site, including in buildings, outside, and inside structures. The work may also include working in underground (excavations) areas and working at heights.

• Read and interpret blueprints
• Apply mathematics to solve problems
• Fabricating and installing gaskets and pipe fit
• Performing cutting/threading operations using a machine
• Using measuring tools and portable power tools
• Make decisions based on measurable criteria
• Testing pipe and tube installations
• Secure pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools
• Fabricating and installing pipe systems, hangers, supports, valves and components
• Assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation
• Rigging material and equipment
• Fabricating pipe systems and piping spools
• Perform clean up duties and spotting on all activities
• Elevated work under 6ft or 6ft and higher
• Use hand tools and power tools
• Cutting pipe with bandsaw, cutting disc and cutting material with oxygen/acetylene torch and plasma cutter
• Running a beveling machine and ability to bevel pipe
• Bolt up equipment and flangers
• Thread pipe
• Layout piping systems
• Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic tests
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience
• Must be able to assess through Burns and McDonnell assessment program

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, or reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, push and pull
• Ability to use repetitive hand motions and the ability to grasp and operate field tools and equipment
• Ability to climb on, in or through equipment in confined spaces and elevated work using fall protection harnesses
• Ability to work long hours with infrequent days off, night shifts, and in adverse climates
• Ability to use respirators or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
• Ability to utilize vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to lift, carry and or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in an environment with loud noises and vibrations for extended periods of time
• Ability to properly wear and/or use Personal Protection Equipment

COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to seek advice, make decisions, exercise sound judgement, and solve problems
• Ability to work under stressful situations
• Ability to learn and adopt new processes and technology
• Ability to apply verbal and/or written instructions or other information

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Pipefitter

Primary Location US-AL-Leroy

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-DNI #CSP