Loenbro is looking for experienced, skilled pipeliners to join our growing team. Job Duties • Controls and minimizes repair expenses through preventative maintenance plans and procedures. • Configure pipe systems blueprint and plan piping systems layouts • Ensure all steam, water, chemicals, or other liquids are turned off before working on piping system • Perform trial runs and tests on pipe systems • Repair and reinforce broken, cracked, or inadequate systems or pipes • Reports any unsafe condition or situation. • Recognizes deviations in operations and takes appropriate action to correct it. • May be required to read and interpret drawings and schematics. • Uses hand power tools and other equipment. • Performs valve and valve operator maintenance tasks. Skills/Qualifications • One year experience as a pipeliner • High school degree or equivalent educational experience • Accurate and precise attention to detail • Knowledge of local, state, and federal building code regulations with regard to piping systems Potential Hazards • Outside the majority of the time • Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures • Manufacturing, pipeline, and refining environment • Limited working surfaces • Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors • Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights) • Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time on a monthly basis for required tasks • If driving is required, valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search. Benefits • Health Insurance- 75% of the Employee portion paid • Health Savings Account (HSA) optional enrollment • Paid Vacation after 1 year of employment • 401k after 90 days of employment with a company match up to 4% • Employee paid Dental and Vision Insurance Essential Requirements • Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day • Standing • Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel • Use of respirator if position requires • Driving if required to travel We Are “Leading The Change” In The Energy Services Industry. Our Growth And Successes Have Not Changed Who We Are. We Live Our Core Values Every Day WE TAKE ACTION We Do What We Say WE LEAD BY EXAMPLE WE DO THE RIGHT THING WE PRACTICE STEWARDSHIP • Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a pipefitter in Andrews, TX, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship that blends hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to learn while earning. Apprenticeships span approximately four to five years, involving extensive on-the-job training under seasoned professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $49,994 in Texas, and the field is projected to grow by 6% from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Texas earn an average of $391 per week, with experienced professionals often earning over $100,000 annually. Vocational schools, unions, and specialized training centers facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with significant earning potential.
