Pipefitter - Plaquemine, LA

Turner Industries•Plaquemine, LA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce. We are seeking an experienced Pipefitter for a maintenance position in Plaquemine, LA. The Pipefitter position lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and industrial processing systems. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Foreman; Assigned duties according to specific procedures / work is checked frequently.

Requirements

High school or equivalent
One (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill (depending on mechanic level)
A-class Pipefitter requires basic knowledge of field drawings, sketches and engineering drawings
Have basic knowledge of how to connect flanged pipe connections using a cross pattern bolting technique
Be able to read and utilize a tape measure properly
Be able to understand and utilize a framing square as it is applicable to pipefitting tasks
Must know how to properly utilize power tools to prepare pipe for cutting, welding, threading and bolting
A-class pipefitters must be able to make accurate and precise weld connection fit ups
Post offer drug / alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the Turner Industries Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy
Comply with company and client job site safety requirements
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Responsibilities

Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and industrial processing systems.
Selects and inspects proper safety gear to be used while performing work tasks
Selects size and type of pipe and related material according to job specifications
Inspects worksites to determine presence of obstructions and to ascertain that creating holes for pipe penetration will not cause structural weakness
Plans sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers
Cuts, threads, and bends pipe
Assembles and installs a variety of metal and nonmetal pipe fittings, including those made of brass, copper, lead, glass, and plastic
Joins pipe by means of threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints
Secures pipe to structure with clamps, brackets, supports and hangers
Installs and maintains refrigeration and air-conditioning systems including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping
Tests piping system for leaks
Utilizes a variety of power tools including but not limited to, electric, pneumatic, and battery powered
Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction