Pipefitter

Brown & Root Industrial Services, LLC•La Porte, TX

12d

About The Position

The Pipefitter Leadman provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers on the work crew and assists the Foreman while working in the capacity of a journeyman. The role 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 position may also observe production machines to detect malfunctions and operate machinery to verify repairs. It involves transporting materials and equipment, assisting with positioning work pieces, cleaning and maintaining tools, and complying with safety and project rules. Respiratory protection is common and may be 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 differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects.
May require a high school diploma or equivalent.
Previous years of experience in the field or a related area may be required.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
Ability to perform duties under immediate supervision, relying on instructions and pre-established guidelines.

Responsibilities

Select pipe types and 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 on walls and ceilings.
Assemble and install metal or nonmetal pipes and fittings using threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints.
Secure pipes to structures using brackets, clamps, hangers, and hand or power tools.
Install and maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping.
Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure and observing gauges.
Weld pipe supports to structural steel members.
Observe production machines for malfunctions and, when needed, operate machinery to verify repairs.
Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
Assist with lifting, positioning, and securing materials and work pieces during installation.
Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment.
Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
Perform other duties as required.
Provide leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers and assist the Foreman while working as a journeyman.