Summary The Shaw Group is looking for an experienced Pipefitter to join our team in a role that primarily operates outdoors. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of pipe systems, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in varying weather conditions. Responsibilities • Installation and Maintenance: Construct, assemble, install, and maintain piping systems according to specifications and codes. • Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout of piping systems. • Material Preparation: Select appropriate materials, such as pipes, fittings, and fixtures, and ensure their proper preparation and assembly. • Welding and Cutting: Perform welding, brazing, soldering, and cutting tasks to connect pipes and related components. • Inspection and Testing: Conduct tests and inspections to ensure systems meet safety and quality standards. • Repair and Troubleshooting: Identify and repair malfunctions in pipelines, such as leaks or blockages, and troubleshoot issues as they arise. • Adherence to Safety Standards: Adhere strictly to safety guidelines and procedures, especially when working in outdoor environments and adverse weather conditions. Education • Proven experience as a Pipefitter, with a focus on outdoor work. • Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings. • Knowledge of various piping materials, tools, and techniques. • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. • Welding and cutting skills. • Physical stamina to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. • Commitment to safety protocols and guidelines. • Excellent communication and teamwork skills. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>GrayWolf is seeking Pipefitters at our Beaumont, TX jobsite. Experience with Piping Spools and Pipe Supports preferred GrayWolf is a heavy industrial/commercial construction contractor that provides end-to-end solutions from design, fabrication, construction, and facility management with a footprint that is nationwide. With more than 45-years of experience in the industry, we have strong leadership and support teams who understand field servant leadership is the key to our success. We are continually BUILDING new talent while developing our current talent. As our assignments vary in duration and locations, we provide a safe and ethical environment and offer a competitive wage and benefit program. We strive to be the best contractor with demonstrating a culture of Safety, Quality and Performance to deliver the best completed projects to our customers. Summary: A Journeyman Pipefitter performs and knows how to fabricate butt weld pipe, threaded pipe, and socket weld pipe; is able to identify and install above, underground and specialty piping, hangers and supports, valves and inline specialties; and understands how to perform stress relieving aligning and testing. A Journey Level Pipefitter masters mathematical functions and knows their applications to pipefitting. They are also able to properly identify and master hand tools, power tools, and equipment, including equipment for rigging and their procedures. Essential Duties: • Pipefitting Safety – work safely around the hazards associated with the Pipefitting field. • Pipefitting Tools – use hand, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools in a safe manner. • Construction Math - Demonstrates a level of competency in construction math as required in trade practice, including fractions, decimals, geometry, use of formulae, and trigonometry. • Drawing and Detail Sheets – Identify parts and types of drawings and interpret drawing indexes and line lists. • Advanced Blueprint Reading – Correctly identify piping arrangement drawings. Read and correctly interpret GPS coordinates, control points, elevations, P&ID’s plan views and section views. Identify isometric drawings. • Identifying and Installing Valves – correctly identify the purpose of valves, including those that start, stop, and regulate flow and regulate direction; and identify types of valve actuators. Understand and explain how to properly store and handle valves. • Pipe Hangers and Supports – Correctly identify types of pipe hangers and supports. Identify and interpret drawings and symbols, and accurately determine placement of hangers. Competently identify, explain, install, and maintain variable and constant spring can supports. • Threaded Pipe Fabrication – Correctly identify and explain the materials used in threaded piping systems and explain types of threads. Read and interpret screwed fitting joint drawings. Calculate offsets. • Socket Weld/Butt Weld Pipe Fabrication - Correctly identify fittings and read/interpret pipe drawings. • Rigging Equipment – Safely and competently identify and use basic and special rigging procedures and equipment including chain hoists, come-alongs, jacks. • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed. Qualifications: • Four (4) years minimum heavy industrial field experience as a Pipefitter. • Able to correctly execute material take offs, figure offsets, take off to fittings and rigging. • Must have locking tool box and tools necessary to perform the job. • Must be able to successfully complete all required pre-hire requirements. Physical/Site Requirements: • Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 45 pounds. • Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas. Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with age. • Work up to a 12-hour shift in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions. • Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds. • PPE footwear/prescription safety glasses or eye shields required. Graywolf Integrated Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
See More Details >>Summary: Prepares site for daily work, performs all housekeeping and duties necessary for daily activities. Responsibilities: • Sets up and operates production equipment in accordance with established guidelines and procedures. • Adjust machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely manner. • Move hand and foot levers to control diesel, electric, gasoline or steam-powered operating equipment. • Interprets hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed. • May be required to manipulate equipment on unlevel working surface. • May assist in lifting, positioning and securing our materials and work pieces during installation. • May be responsible for routine maintenance or repairs. • Observes load hook up and determines safety of load. • Manipulates crane control to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal or signal instructions. • Inspect crane for defective parts, documents and notify the supervisor of the defects or malfunctions. • Loads, transport, and unloads materials, tools, equipment and supplies. • Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tools and equipment. • May be required to interpret load charts. • Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. • Works under minimum supervision. • Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Education and Experience: • High school diploma or equivalent and previous experience. Physical Requirements: • Ability to reach, stand, walk, use finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see and to perform repetitive motions. • Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the pipefitting trade in Beaumont, TX, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with extensive classroom instruction. These apprenticeships, lasting about four to five years, provide aspiring pipefitters with the necessary training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a significant presence in Beaumont, TX. The trade is projected to grow by 6% from 2022 to 2032, offering promising job prospects. Apprentices in Beaumont earn an average of $859.83 per week, with experienced professionals commanding even higher wages. With the demand for skilled pipefitters on the rise, particularly in industrial and energy sectors, Beaumont presents a lucrative opportunity for those entering this vital trade.
