Pipefitter Foreman

The Shaw Group, LLC • Walker, LA

9h

About The Position

The Pipefitter Foreman leads pipefitters and welders, applying strong supervision and attention to detail. The role includes reviewing drawings, delegating work appropriately, managing time and production, and ensuring materials are appropriate and time is used properly. The foreman may demonstrate appropriate procedures to helpers, fitters, and welders as needed. The role typically reports to a Pipe General Foreman and/or Supervisor. The position may require passing employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards of governmental agencies or professional and technical associations. Employees perform only jobs for which they have been trained and/or authorized.

The position may require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous experience in the field or a related field. It involves knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field, and relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines.

Physical requirements include frequent or constant standing, walking, sitting, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, vision, and hearing, with occasional climbing and balancing. Lifting and carrying loads of 0–10 pounds are constant, 10–25 pounds are frequent, and 25–50 pounds are occasional.

Requirements

• May require a high school diploma or equivalent.
• May require previous years of experience in the field or a related field.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Ability to perform functions based on instructions and pre-established guidelines.
• Strong supervision skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of pipefitters and welders.
• Review drawings and delegate work appropriately, coordinating time and production.
• Ensure materials are appropriate and time is used properly.
• Show helpers, fitters, and welders appropriate procedures when needed.
• Perform only jobs for which trained and/or authorized.
• Pass employer performance tests or standard tests when required to meet certification standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED