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. Qualifications • 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: About Us Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws. 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. Qualifications • 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: About Us Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
See More Details >>Come join our team at Optimal! We know a few things about competing with giants and exceeding expectations. After years of working in the field, our founders decided to break from tradition and build the company they wanted to work for. They believed in starting a company rooted in trust, its team, and the idea that everyone matters and has a part in getting the job done right. Quickly building a reputation from the ground up and growing the company along with our list of clients, Optimal is now influencing the industry and the people we serve. We live by the values that make us who we are. And that is how we deliver the impossible for our clients and team members every day. The Pipefitters for Optimal Field Services will be responsible installing, maintaining, and dismantling all types of pipelines, fittings, and hydraulics, as required for new construction or maintenance. The employee will need to lay out, fabricate, assemble, and install/maintain piping systems for the jobsite. Pipefitters will be required to be able to measure and manipulate pipe using specialty tools or hand tools in order to ensure accurate production at all times. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Measure and mark pipes for cutting, threading, and welding. · Read and comprehend blueprints. · Selects type and size of pipe and related materials such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders according to job specifications. · Cuts pipe using pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine. · Threads pipe using threading machine. · Bends pipe using pipe-bending tools and machine. · 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. · Calculating dimensions and using basic math. · Diagnose and isolate troublesome distribution points and make corrective repairs; make emergency repairs to offset downtime and production delays. REQUIREMENTS FOR PIPEFITTERS: · Must have valid driver’s license/ Identification Card. · Must be able to read and interpret blueprint specifications. · Must be able to calculate dimensions and use basic math. · Minimum of 2 years of experience. · Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical. Stop relying on contractors who over promise, under deliver, and do not care about your success. Instead, experience the Optimal difference. Build your team with us and know you have experienced craftsmen who have your back and can deliver. Optimal Field Services is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Optimal Field Services is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Part of the CREST INDUSTRIES family of companies.
See More Details >>• Accurately interpret and apply information from work orders, job orders, specifications, ISO’s, blueprints or other drawings and recognize basic blueprints or symbols for job application. • Identify, recognize and demonstrate safe usage of hand tools and power tools appropriate for the job. • Recognize various materials used in the craft and demonstrate a working knowledge of appropriate material handling techniques. • Select and safely use appropriate equipment which may include (but not limited to) manlifts, fork lifts, and company trucks. • Demonstrate knowledge and skills in safe rigging practices. • Identify, explain and perform crane signals. • Demonstrate ability to weld together parts using any of the welding processes on various metals such as carbon steel, stainless, alloys, etc. • Demonstrate ability to use alignment devices for fabrication. • Demonstrate knowledge and ability to qualify and pass all welding performance tests. • Demonstrate ability to produce welds that are 100% X-ray quality. • Demonstrate knowledge and skills in use of oxy-acetylene flame cutting equipment. • Demonstrate knowledge of regulations governing quality control codes. • Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding. • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. • Remove rough spots from work pieces, using portable grinders, hand files, or scrapers. • Welder/Pipefitter Helper Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
See More Details >>Becoming a pipefitter in Port Lavaca, TX typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $492 per week in Port Lavaca, with an annual overtime average of $2,559. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring pipefitters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
