Pipefitter Journeyman

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company lays out, fabricates, assembles, and installs piping systems for LNG projects, ensuring proper supports and fittings.

Responsibilities include selecting materials, bolting, torquing, cutting, threading, bending, and testing pipes, while maintaining safety and adherence to specifications on-site.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Craft certification or relevant certification with experience
• Minimum of 6 months documented field experience at Helper 3 level in chosen craft discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.
• The degree of job responsibilities and requirements may vary depending on months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares/fits butt and socket weld joints of various pipe/valve metals and sizes.
• Follows specifications and performers bolt up and proper torquing of flanged connections of various pipe/valve metals and sizes.
• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, and hangers, 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 pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Bends pipe using pipe‑bending tools and machine.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
• Assembles and installs a variety of metal pipes and pipe fittings.
• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
• 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 if certified to operate.
• 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.

Skills

Job knowledge

Guided work

Supervised work

Precision

Decision criteria

Shop math

Planning

Spatial reasoning

Height work

Certifications

Experience required

Reading/Interpretation

Experience varies

Job description

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Overview

Lays out, fabricates, assembles, and installs piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, valves, etc for process LNG piping systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepares/fits butt and socket weld joints of various pipe/valve metals and sizes.
• Follows specifications and performers bolt up and proper torquing of flanged connections of various pipe/valve metals and sizes.
• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, and hangers, 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 pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Bends pipe using pipe‑bending tools and machine.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
• Assembles and installs a variety of metal pipes and pipe fittings.
• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
• 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 if certified to operate.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Craft certification or relevant certification with experience
• Minimum of 6 months documented field experience at Helper 3 level in chosen craft discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.
• The degree of job responsibilities and requirements may vary depending on months of experience.