Boilermaker Pipefitter

Turner Industries•Baton Rouge, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Turner Industries is seeking NCCER-certified Boilermakers / Pipefitters at Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 for work in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area. The 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. This is a non-exempt role reporting to the Foreman. Duties are assigned according to specific procedures and work is checked frequently. The role requires compliance with company and client job-site safety requirements. Candidates must complete a post-offer drug and alcohol screen and physical evaluation, and sign acceptance of Turner Industries’ Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy. Compensation is determined based on individual qualifications and experience. Benefits depend on employment status.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
NCCER certification.
One to four years of experience in the specified skill, depending on mechanic level.
Demonstrated proficiency using construction tools, such as grinders and oxy/acetylene torches.
Rigging capability.
For A-class Pipefitters: basic knowledge of field drawings, sketches, and engineering drawings.
Basic knowledge of connecting flanged pipe connections using a cross-pattern bolting technique.
Ability to read and properly use a tape measure.
Ability to understand and use a framing square as applicable to pipefitting tasks.
Knowledge of properly using power tools to prepare pipe for cutting, welding, threading, and bolting.
For A-class Pipefitters: ability to make accurate and precise weld connection fit-ups.
Successful completion of a post-offer drug and alcohol screen and physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the Turner Industries Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy.
Ability to 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.

Responsibilities

Select and inspect appropriate safety gear for work tasks.
Select pipe sizes and types and related materials according to job specifications.
Inspect worksites for obstructions and determine whether pipe-penetration holes could cause structural weakness.
Plan installation sequences to avoid obstructions and conflicts with other construction workers’ activities.
Cut, thread, and bend pipe.
Assemble and install metal and nonmetal pipe fittings, including brass, copper, lead, glass, and plastic fittings.
Join pipe using threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints.
Secure pipe to structures using clamps, brackets, supports, and hangers.
Install and maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping.
Test piping systems for leaks.
Use electric, pneumatic, and battery-powered tools, among others.
Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor.