Pipefitter Journeyman

brownandrootexternal; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Brown and Root Industrial Services seeks a Journeyman pipefitter with 3+ years of field experience. You will lay out, fabricate, install and maintain piping systems for steam, heating, cooling, and related processing equipment. Read diagrams, plan work, and work independently while adhering to safety rules.

Responsibilities include selecting pipes and supports, cutting and threading, bending, welding, and testing for leaks. Strong tool proficiency and physical endurance are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with prior field experience in piping or related craft.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings/diagrams and plan work accordingly.
• Comfort with shop mathematics to solve problems and measure sizes.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Selects pipe types and sizes per job specs.
• Inspects worksite for obstructions and plans installation sequence.
• Cuts, threads, bends, and assembles pipes and fittings with various joints.
• Mounts supports and brackets; secures pipes to structures.
• Installs HVAC piping, refrigeration lines, and related controls.
• Tests piping for leaks and observes gauges.
• Operates tools to lift and position materials; performs minor maintenance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pipe cutting tools

Pipe threading machine

Pipe bending tools

Welding equipment

Job description

SUMMARY

Journeyman - Typically 3 years and above documented field experience in chosen craft discipline with ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently. Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs and maintains piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and production and processing systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, 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 hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
• Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
• Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meter, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping,
• 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.
• 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.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Work within precise limits to standards of accuracy.
• Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
• Plan work and select proper tools.
• Compare and see differences in size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
• Picture solid objects from drawings or diagrams.
• Rate information using standards that can be measured or checked.

QUALIFICATIONS

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strength: Standing 60% Walking 20% Sitting 20%
• Lifting 50 lb. Carrying 50 lb. Pushing F Pulling F
• Climbing C Balancing C
• Stooping O Kneeling O Crouching O Crawling O Reaching C Handling C Fingering C

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

NP Not Present;O Occasionally (0-33%);F Frequently (34-66%);C Constantly (67-100%)

BENEFITS

Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

BENEFITS

Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.