Pipefitter Journeyman

TIC - The Industrial Company; Seminole (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC_Craft in the United States is seeking a skilled pipefitter to plan, lay out, install, test and repair piping systems per plans, specs and codes.

The role requires reading isometrics, fabricating and installing piping, welding joints, rigging, and operating a range of tools. Candidates must be able to work outdoors, climb heights, and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with field experience
• Strong working knowledge for the position
• Ability to understand, follow and convey written and oral instructions and communicate with supervision
• Proficient in safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools

Responsibilities

• Maintain working knowledge of various pipe types and joints (butt welded, socket welded, threaded, Victaulic, grooved, glued and fused)
• Read isometric drawings, take measurements, fabricate and install piping efficiently
• Align, bolt, and clamp components of fabricated metal products for welding
• Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment by welding and threading joints
• Position and secure materials during installation; follow plans and specifications
• Distinguish varying thickness and types of metal materials
• Manually handle and rigging equipment
• Operate beveling machines, cut-off grinders, pipe threaders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, and Saw-Zall
• Layout and install equipment, vessels, skids, pumps, pipe, and supports
• Hydro test piping systems
• Estimate sizes, distances, quantities, and resources needed for work activity
• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance and take corrective action

Skills

Pipe fitting

Blueprint reading

Rigging

Welding

Tool handling

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Measurement tools

Job description

Position Summary

Plan, lay-out, install, test and repair all types of piping systems in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

Experience Level

Skilled

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Maintain working knowledge of various types of pipe and pipe systems, including butt welded, socket welded, threaded, Victaulic, grooved, glued and fused joints

• Reading isometric drawings, taking measurements, fabricating and installing piping efficiently

• Align, bolt, and clamp together components of fabricated metal products to secure in position for welding

• Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment according to specifications by welding and threading joints

• Position and secure materials and workpieces during installation; and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications

• Distinguish varying thickness and types of metal materials

• Manually handle and securely apply rigging equipment

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

• Layout and install equipment, vessels, skids, pumps, pipe, and supports

• Hydro test piping systems

• Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: TIC_Craft