Pipefitters - Cameron, LA

Turner Industries; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Industries is seeking Pipefitters for a position in the Cameron, LA area. The role involves laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining piping systems for industrial processing and HVAC systems.

The shift is 6‑10s, and compensation is determined by qualifications and experience. Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–4 years of pipefitting experience, and safety compliance with client requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–4 years of pipefitting experience (depending on level).
• NCCER certification preferred.
• Per diem available; must be at least 50 miles from jobsite.
• Written pre-employment qualification test.
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.
• Safety requirements per client (PPE etc.).
• Applicant must not pose a direct health risk in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Selects pipe sizes and materials per job specs.
• Inspects sites to avoid obstructions and ensure structural integrity.
• Plans installation sequence; cuts, threads and bends pipe.
• Joins pipe using various methods; secures to structures.
• Installs refrigeration/air-conditioning piping and related equipment.
• Tests piping systems for leaks.

Skills

Pipefitting

Safety awareness

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Education

High school or equivalent

NCCER preferred

Job description

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.

We are seeking Pipefitters for a position in Cameron, LA area. The Pipefitter position lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and industrial processing systems. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Foreman; Assigned duties according to specific procedures / work is checked frequently.

• Shift Days - 6-10's

Essential Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent
• One (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill (depending on mechanic level)
• NCCER preferred
• Per diem available, must be atleast 50 miles from the jobsite to qualify
• Written pre-employment qualification test
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
• Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.)
• Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.)
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Functional Requirements:

Selects size and type of pipe and related material according to job specifications; inspects work sites to determine presence of obstructions and to ascertain that holes will not cause structural weakness; plans sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers; cuts, threads and bends pipe; assembles and installs a variety of metal and nonmetal pipe fittings, including those made of brass, copper, lead, glass and plastic; joins pipe by means of threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused or cemented joints; secures pipe to structure with clamps, brackets and hangers; installs and maintains refrigeration and air-conditioning systems including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping; test piping system for leaks.

Compensation

Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program.

Physical Involvement:

Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

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