Journeyman Pipefitter at Wood PLC in Baytown, Texas

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications.


• Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.


• Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.


• Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.


• Threads pipe using threading machine.


• Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.


• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.


• Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.


• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.


• Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.


• Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies.


• May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation.


• Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment.


• Respiratory protection is common and may be required.


• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Perform other duties as required.


• Use effective verbal and written communication skills.


• Be capable of listening and communicating with other supervision and employees.


• Be motivated and work safely and productively.


• Understand and respond accordingly to all safety alerts, warnings, hazards, etc.

• May be required to lift and carry items weighing no more than 50 pounds.


• Must possess enough strength and stamina to perform the technical duties and essential functions as identified above.


• Must be able to move in and around confined and uneven areas.


• Must have full range of motion consistent with age.


• May be required consistently to work 12 hour shifts performing construction based labor in varying temperature extremes and conditions.


• May be required, on occasion, to work up to 16 hours in a single shift.


• Must be able to climb and maintain balance on stairs, ladders, scaffolds and steel framework.


• Must be able to adequately hear and respond to voice commands and alerts from other employees, alarms, and other job related noises.


• Visual acuity, depth perception and color discrimination consistent with that required to work at heights and on uneven surfaces.


• Must be able to perform the following actions to the frequency stated: