Pipefitter

Brown & Root•LaPorte, TX

11d

About The Position

The Pipefitter lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, production, and processing systems. The Leadman provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers on the crew and assists the Foreman while working as a journeyman. The role works under immediate supervision and relies on instructions and established guidelines. It may involve observing production machines for malfunctions and operating machinery to verify repairs. Respiratory protection is common and may be required. The employee must follow safety and project rules and perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
Plan work and select proper tools.
Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
Work at heights without fear.
Compare and identify differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects.
May require a high school diploma or equivalent.
May require previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.

Responsibilities

Select pipe types, sizes, materials, and equipment according to job specifications.
Inspect worksites for obstructions and plan installation sequences to avoid obstructions and conflicts with other workers’ activities.
Cut, thread, and bend pipe using hand tools and machines.
Mount pipe hangers and brackets and secure pipes to structures.
Assemble and install metal or nonmetal pipes and fittings using appropriate joints, materials, and hand tools.
Install and maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning systems and related compressors, pumps, meters, controls, and piping.
Test piping systems for leaks by pressurizing pipes and observing gauges.
Weld pipe supports to structural steel members.
Observe production machines for malfunctions and operate machinery to verify repairs, as needed.
Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
Assist with lifting, positioning, and securing materials and work pieces during installation, as needed.
Perform minor cleaning and maintenance of tools and equipment.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules and perform other duties as required.
As Leadman, provide leadership, instruction, and guidance to crew craft workers and assist the Foreman while working as a journeyman.