Pipefitter Lead

Brown & Root Industrial Services; Donaldsonville (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Leadman to provide guidance and leadership to craft workers while ensuring the successful installation and maintenance of piping systems. This role involves working with various tools and equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and applying shop mathematics to solve problems. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with a focus on teamwork and precision. Join a company that values career advancement through professional training and offers competitive benefits, including a 401K plan, medical and dental insurance, and a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Professional training and development

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and experience in piping and welding.
• Knowledge of safety standards and shop mathematics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains piping systems and related equipment.
• Tests piping systems for leaks and ensures safety compliance.
• Leads and instructs craft workers on the job site.

Skills

Pipe Fabrication

Welding

Piping Installation

Hydraulic Systems

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Pipe Cutting Machine

Threading Machine

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Leadman - Provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers in work crew, providing assistance to Foreman, while working in the capacity of a journeyman.

SUMMARY - 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

1. Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications.
2. Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.
3. Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
4. Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
5. Threads pipe using threading machine.
6. Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.
7. Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
8. 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.
9. Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
10. Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meter, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping.
11. Tests piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
12. Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.
13. May observe production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions. May operate machinery to verify repair.
14. Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies.
15. May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation.
16. Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment.
17. Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
18. Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
19. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS - 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. Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.

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

1. Strength: a. Standing 60% Walking 20% Sitting 20% b. Lifting 50 lb. Carrying 50 lb. Pushing 70 ft-lb. Pulling 70 ft-lb.
2. Climbing F Balancing F
3. Stooping O Kneeling O Crouching O Crawling O Reaching C Handling C Fingering F

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

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.

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.

About the company

Brown and Root Industrial Services, in Baton Rouge, LA, is the leading provider of industrial maintenance, engineering, construction, and speciality services.