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Pipefitter Helper

Zachry Group
4 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Freeport, Texas, United States
Description

Position Summary 

An Industrial Pipefitter Helper will assist in the assembly, layout, installation and maintenance of pipe systems on the new construction of a Chemical Plant.



Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities

  • Identify all tools required for tasks.
  • Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.
  • Assist with preparation, fabrication, installation, and fitting of pipe to specifications.
  • Assist with the installation of valves, hangars, supports, flanges inside piping system according to plans and applicable specifications.
  • Assist with the testing to ensure the quality of the pipe and the piping systems.
  • Assist with hoisting loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables, and other rigging equipment. 


Qualifications

Required Qualifications 

  • Good problem-solving abilities. 
  • Good aptitude and manual dexterity. 
  • Good reading comprehension.
  • Ability to work with others – team player.
  • Ability to work independently – minimal supervision.
  • Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors. 
  • Commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Zachry ROF’ed employee.
  • Former Zachry Employee.
  • Former Industrial Construction Experience.
  • Former experience as a pipe fitter helper.
  • Formal/technical education.

Reports to Position

  • This position does not have any direct reports.

Required Tools

  • 1 - Metal Toolbox with Lock
  • 2 - Torpedo Magnetic Level
  • 1 - 25" Tape Measure
  • 1 - 14" Pipe Wrench
  • 1 – Hacksaw
  • 1 - 8" Crescent Wrench
  • 1 - Screwdriver (Flat)
  • 1 - 3lb to 4lb Ball Peen Hammer
  • 1 - Pair of Leather Gloves
  • 1 - 24" Level1 - Phillips Screwdriver
  • 1 - 420 Cannel Locks
  • 1 - 12" Crescent Wrench
  • 1 - 5gallon Bucket
  • 1 – Rain Suit
  • 1 – Rubber boots

  Physical Requirements

  • Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting. 
  • Will talk and hear to communicate. 
  • Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls.
  • Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, pull objects, materials, controls and tools. 
  • May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs. 
  • Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms.  Will work at heights up to 300’ utilizing proper fall protection.
  • Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision. 
  • Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day.
  • Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots. 

Qualification Highlights

  • Must be able to follow instructions.
  • Must meet all qualifications below. (See below).
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be able to meet all physical demands. (See below).
  • Must have experience on an industrial construction project.
  • Must have all the required tools. (See below).

     

 

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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