Pipe Fitter

Acadian Contractors•Brownsville, TX

About The Position

The Pipe Fitter fits piping and/or structural components according to supplied drawings or field-verified dimensions, while adhering to Acadian or customer welding procedure requirements. The role requires productive work, clear communication with assigned helpers and welders, and professional working relationships. The Pipe Fitter is accountable for workmanship quality and productivity. The position also requires a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental practices. The employee is expected to demonstrate Acadian F.I.R.S.T. values, support proactive safety processes, follow applicable HSE policies and client requirements, and take accountability for HSE results. The Pipe Fitter helps communicate safety goals and coaches and mentors others in support of the company’s safety programs.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in piping, vessel, and packaged equipment fabrication.
Strong understanding of material take-offs, pipe and beam cutting procedures, and equipment utilization.
Attention to detail and adherence to project and drawing specifications.
Effective communication and leadership skills to guide helpers and support project success.
Commitment to safety, punctuality, and maintaining a clean work environment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform material take-offs from drawings to determine required cut lengths.
Operate pipe or beam cutting machines, or use beveling machines when cutting machines are unavailable, to cut pipe to the required length.
Coordinate with the Shop Foreman to assign personnel or issue a cut list as needed.
Communicate with helpers to ensure appropriate materials and equipment are prepared for project tasks.
Bolt, clamp, and tack-weld parts securely in position for welding.
Verify that pipes, structural components, and fittings match drawing specifications, including size, rating, grade, project number, and phase; report discrepancies to the Shop Foreman.
Confirm measurements and ensure components are square and level before releasing them to the welder.
Record pre-weld dimensions on fitter drawings for accuracy and quality control.
Transfer heat numbers to drawings and cut sheets upon completion and submit them to the Shop Foreman.
Ensure fabricated items are tagged with the correct job number, customer name, and piece number.
Transfer heat numbers and job numbers to material drop-offs and coordinate inventory or storage movement with the Shop Foreman.
Maintain punctual attendance and consistently adhere to the work schedule.
Inspect equipment daily, including torches, torch hoses, grinders, levels, and tapes, to ensure it functions properly and safely.
Keep the work area clean and safe, sweeping and maintaining a tidy environment as needed.
Complete and discuss a thorough Job Safety and Environmental Analysis (JSEA) before each task.
Maintain a positive customer-service attitude and represent ACI professionally.
Demonstrate Acadian F.I.R.S.T. values and visible leadership in support of proactive safety processes, including JSA, Time Out, and TEAM BBS Observations.
Follow HSE Management System policies, procedures, safe work practices, and client-specific regulatory requirements.
Take personal accountability for HSE results and work toward defined goals.
Communicate goals through direct reports and coach, mentor, and empower others to achieve desired outcomes.
Conduct periodic quality assessments of HSE processes to improve coaching and mentoring effectiveness and support successful implementation of HSE programs.