Boilermaker / Pipefitter - Franklin, LA

Turner Industries•Franklin, LA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Turner Industries is seeking a maintenance mechanic Boilermaker / Pipefitter for a long-term work in Franklin, LA. The position involves laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining piping and piping systems, fixtures, and equipment for various systems including steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial processing. This is a non-exempt role that reports to the Foreman. Assigned duties are performed according to specific procedures, and work is checked frequently. No per diem is available. The schedule is 4/10s.

Requirements

High school or equivalent
One (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill (depending on mechanic level)
Demonstrated proficiency in construction tool use (i.e. grinders, oxy/acetylene torch)
Rigging
A-class Pipefitter requires basic knowledge of field drawings, sketches and engineering drawings
Have basic knowledge of how to connect flanged pipe connections using a cross pattern bolting technique
Be able to read and utilize a tape measure properly
Be able to understand and utilize a framing square as it is applicable to pipefitting tasks
Must know how to properly utilize power tools to prepare pipe for cutting, welding, threading and bolting
A-class pipefitters must be able to make accurate and precise weld connection fit ups
Post offer drug / alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the Turner Industries Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy

Responsibilities

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.
Selects and inspects proper safety gear to be used while performing work tasks.
Selects size and type of pipe and related material according to job specifications.
Inspects worksites to determine the presence of obstructions and to ascertain that creating holes for pipe penetration 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, supports, and hangers.
Installs and maintains refrigeration and air-conditioning systems including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping.
Tests piping system for leaks.
Utilizes a variety of power tools including but not limited to, electric, pneumatic, and battery powered.
Performs additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
Comply with company and client job site safety requirements.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.