Pipefitter 2

The Shaw Group•Lake Charles, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shaw Group is proactively building a pipeline of qualified candidates for future opportunities. While an immediate opening may not be available, applications will be reviewed and considered as business needs arise. All candidates must take a craft assessment and successfully pass with 70% or more to be considered. This is a project-based position. The Shop Pipe Fabricator lays out, positions, aligns and fits together fabricated parts. This position does not offer Per Diem.

Requirements

At least 5 years of documented field experience in chosen craft discipline
Ability to read and interpret instructions and documentation
Ability to plan and perform work activities alone
Must have Tier 1 Shop Fabrication Experience
Must successfully pass the written Pipe Fabrication test and spool reading assessment.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawing instructions and documents, plan and perform work activities independently
Ability to apply shop mathematics to solve problems
Can plan work and select proper tools
Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job

Responsibilities

Lays out, positions, aligns and fits together fabricated parts of metal products in shop according to blueprint and layout specifications, preparatory to welding or riveting
Plans sequence of operation, applying knowledge of geometry, effects of heat, and allowance for weld shrinkage, machining and thickness of metal
Sets up face block, jigs and fixtures
Locates and marks centerlines and reference points onto floor or face block and transposes them to work piece, using tape, chains, plumb bob, and squares
Moves parts into position, manually or by hoist or crane
Removes high spots and cuts bevels, using hand files, portable grinders and cutting torch.
Straightens warped or bent parts
Positions or tightens braces, jacks, clamps, ropes, or bolt straps or bolt parts in positions for welding or riveting
Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment
Performs other duties and activities as required
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawing instructions and documents, plan and perform work activities independently
Ability to apply shop mathematics to solve problems
Can plan work and select proper tools
Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
Works under minimum supervision.