Instrument Fitter

Zachry Group • Clute, TX

11h

About The Position

Instrument Fitters work with electrical and piping systems to install the tubing and instruments needed to measure or control a system. They interpret prints and P&IDs, install and adjust instrumentation and piping components, use precision tools to calibrate instrumentation, and fabricate piping and tubing to specifications. They may also assist with other qualified duties, including installing pipe, tubing, and related components.

The role requires Instrumentation NCCER certification and at least four years of instrumentation experience or comparable knowledge. Employees must have journeyman tools and experience with associated power tools, be able to work on low- and high-pressure systems, and follow company and project policies and procedures. The position involves substantial physical activity and work at heights and in varying weather conditions while using required PPE.

Requirements

• Instrumentation NCCER certification.
• At least four years of instrumentation experience, or comparable knowledge.
• Journeyman tools and experience with associated power tools.
• Ability to measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, and install primary piping and tubing.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and P&IDs.
• Ability to check performance with testing and measuring instruments and make necessary adjustments.
• Ability to work with low- and high-pressure tubing and piping systems.
• Ability to work with precision instruments and tools.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Willingness to follow company and project policies, rules, procedures, and guidelines and assist with additional qualified duties.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, working at heights, climbing ladders and stairways, and working in varied weather conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.

Nice To Haves

• Current, ROF’ed, or former employee.
• Formal education or vocational training.
• Instrumentation experience at a new construction facility.

Responsibilities

• Read prints and P&IDs to determine the work to be completed and the equipment and tools required.
• Install instrumentation on piping systems so they can operate properly and be controlled or monitored.
• Use precision tools to calibrate instrumentation and adjust installed electrical and piping components.
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble, install, manipulate, and fabricate piping and tubing to specifications.
• Check performance using testing and measuring instruments and make necessary adjustments.
• Assist with other qualified duties, including installing pipe, tubing, and piping or tubing components.
• Follow company and project work policies, rules, procedures, and guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed