Instrument Fitter

Apache Workforce LLC•Houston, TX

13d•$20 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Apache Workforce is hiring experienced Instrument Fitters to join a leading industrial manufacturing team in Houston. If you have experience bending stainless steel tubing, reading P&IDs, and installing instrumentation systems, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with competitive pay, weekly pay, and opportunities for advancement. We're looking for skilled professionals who take pride in precision, safety, and quality workmanship.

Requirements

4+ years of Instrument Fitter experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
Experience with stainless steel tubing installation
Experience with tube bending and fabrication
Experience with pneumatic instrumentation systems
Experience with instrument supports and tubing layout
Experience with industrial process equipment
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Ability to read and interpret General Arrangement (GA) Drawings
Ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings
Knowledge of instrumentation end devices
Knowledge of valves
Knowledge of gauges
Knowledge of transmitters
Knowledge of process flow systems
Strong math, mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail and quality workmanship
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Industrial manufacturing or fabrication experience
Knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems
Lean Manufacturing or 5S experience
Familiarity with OSHA safety standards
Technical or vocational training related to instrumentation

Responsibilities

Install and route stainless steel pneumatic tubing for industrial equipment and process systems
Layout tubing on equipment skids according to engineering drawings
Install tubing to valves, transmitters, gauges, regulators, and other instrumentation devices
Bend and fabricate 1/4"–1/2" stainless steel tubing with precision
Fabricate instrument supports, brackets, braces, and tubing racks
Read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, general arrangement drawings, and engineering specifications
Verify proper tubing routing, alignment, and installation before final inspection
Perform tubing layout and assembly according to quality standards
Maintain a clean and organized work area using 5S principles
Follow OSHA regulations and all company safety procedures
Participate in safety meetings and perform additional duties as assigned