Screw Piper

Flowco, Inc.; Kilgore (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowco, Inc. in Kilgore, TX is seeking a skilled tradesperson to thread and install piping for compressor systems. You will cut, thread, and install piping per engineering specs in a fast-paced shop, maintaining safety and quality.

The role requires reading pipe drawings, using tape measures, levels, and hand/power tools, with MIG welding knowledge a plus; high school diploma or equivalent is required. Able to work varied hours and adhere to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read isometric pipe drawings.
• Familiarity with manufacturing/fabrication processes.
• Able to work in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Able to read and use a tape measure in US units.
• Able to read and use a level.
• Capable of using hand tools and power tools.
• Welder knowledge MIG/GMAW is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Installs threaded piping to Engineering specifications.
• Cut and thread pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws and pipe threaders.
• Support a philosophy of zero accidents by following all applicable safety procedures and maintaining equipment to operate in the safest way possible.
• Adhere to company policy, procedures, and rules.
• Adhere to safety requirements by wearing appropriate protective gear.
• Maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Flexibility to work hours necessary to meet plant requirements.
• Need minimal instructions of pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Perform various other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read isometric pipe drawings

Fast-paced shop environment

Team-oriented attitude

Tape measure usage

Reading a level

Hand and power tools usage

Welding knowledge MIG

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Saws

Pipe threaders

Welding equipment MIG/GMAW

Tape measure (US units)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: McClung Management Legal Address (K1) - Kilgore, TX 75662

Position Overview

Threads pipe as needed for compressor units.

Responsibilities/Job Duties

• Installs threaded piping to Engineering specifications
• Cut and thread pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws and pipe threaders
• Support a philosophy of zero accidents by following all applicable safety procedures and maintaining equipment to operate in the safest way possible
• Adhere to company policy, procedures, and rules
• Adhere to safety requirements by wearing appropriate protective gear
• Maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude
• Flexibility to work hours necessary to meet plant requirements
• Need minimal instructions of pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Perform various other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to read isometric pipe drawings
• Familiarity with manufacturing/fabrication processes
• Ability to work in a fast-paced shop environment
• Ability to read and use a tape measure in US units (not metric)
• Ability to read and use a level
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools
• Welding knowledge such as GMAW/MIG hard-wire
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Competency test: Cut and thread a piece of pipe. Use it to build a small piping assembly from a drawing.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit and/or walk on a hard surface as well as safely bend, stoop, reach, climb steps, and use ladder for long periods of time daily
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Vision required

20/40 with or without corrective lenses to accurately read all related distribution documents

Working Conditions

Subject to outdoor and plant environment with adjusting temperatures and climate

Upon Employment

• Complete a Safety overview from the EHS & Facilities Manager
• Complete a Quality overview from the Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement Manager