Piping Systems Welder & Fitter

Kiewit Corporation; Ingleside (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an experienced Pipefitter to lay-out, assemble, install and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment in accordance with plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

You will read isometric drawings, take measurements, fabricate and install piping, align and weld components, and hydro test completed systems outdoors, often at height or in confined spaces, with overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Reading isometric drawings and taking measurements to fabricate and install piping.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; communicate with supervision.
• Safe handling and use of hand and power tools in a pipefitting environment.

Responsibilities

• Read isometric drawings, take measurements, fabricate and install piping efficiently.
• Align, bolt, and clamp components for welding and securing in position.
• Assemble and secure pipes, fittings, and equipment by welding and threading joints.
• Position materials and workpieces during installation; follow plans and specifications.
• Distinguish varying thickness and types of metal materials.
• Manually handle and properly apply rigging equipment.
• Operate beveling machines, grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, and Saw-Zall.
• Layout and install equipment, vessels, skids, pumps, pipe, and supports.
• Hydro test piping systems.

Skills

Read isometrics

Piping fabrication/installation

Tool safety

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an experienced Pipefitter to lay-out, assemble, install and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment in accordance with plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

You will read isometric drawings, take measurements, fabricate and install piping, align and weld components, and hydro test completed systems outdoors, often at height or in confined spaces, with overtime as required.