Rope Access NCCER Pipefitters

Turner Industries•Pasadena, TX

About The Position

Turner Industries is seeking NCCER-credentialed Pipefitters with IRATA or SPRAT Rope Access Level I, II, or III certification in the Houston, Texas area. The role uses industrial rope-access methods and related equipment to reach and perform maintenance, repairs, and other industrial work tasks while suspended on ropes or in difficult-access areas. Duties may also include rescue operations, technical reports, and administrative tasks. The position involves selecting, inspecting, and using safety gear; preparing, assembling, installing, and testing piping systems; and working with a variety of pipe materials, fittings, tools, and joining methods. The posting describes the role as non-exempt, with duties assigned according to specific procedures and checked frequently. It reports to a Front-Line Supervisor (Foreman). The posting also contains a description of a “Boilermaker position,” including assembling, erecting, and repairing boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers, and heaters according to blueprint specifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
IRATA or SPRAT Rope Access Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 certification.
NCCER certification.
Basic knowledge of field drawings, sketches, and engineering drawings.
Basic knowledge of connecting flanged pipe connections using a cross-pattern bolting technique.
Ability to read and use a tape measure properly.
Ability to understand and use a framing square for pipefitting tasks.
Knowledge of proper power-tool use to prepare pipe for cutting, welding, threading, and bolting.
Capacity to work at height.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
CPR certification.
Successful completion of a post-offer drug and alcohol screen and physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the company Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.

Nice To Haves

TWIC Card.

Responsibilities

Use industrial rope-access methods and related equipment to access and complete maintenance, repairs, and other industrial work tasks while suspended on ropes or in difficult-access areas.
Perform rescue operations, technical reporting, and administrative tasks as needed.
Select and inspect appropriate safety gear for assigned work tasks.
Select pipe sizes, types, and related materials according to job specifications.
Inspect work sites for obstructions and determine whether pipe penetrations could cause structural weakness.
Plan installation sequences to avoid obstructions and conflicts with other construction workers’ activities.
Cut, thread, and bend pipe.
Assemble and install metal and nonmetal pipe fittings, including brass, copper, lead, glass, and plastic fittings.
Join pipe using threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints.
Secure pipe to structures using clamps, brackets, supports, and hangers.
Install and maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping.
Test piping systems for leaks.
Use power tools, including electric, pneumatic, and battery-powered tools.
Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor.
Comply with company and client job-site safety requirements.