Pipe Fitter

Pipe Fitter

Location: New Iberia, Louisiana
Company: Encore Oilfield Services, LLC

Join the Encore Team

Encore Oilfield Services, LLC is seeking a skilled Pipe Fitter to join our manufacturing team in New Iberia, Louisiana . This position is responsible for measuring, laying out, cutting, preparing, fitting, and assembling piping systems used in natural gas compression equipment while maintaining exceptional quality, productivity, and adherence to company safety standards.

The ideal candidate has experience reading blueprints, P&IDs, and ISO/isometric drawings, performing precision measurements and fit-ups, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where safety and quality are top priorities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, ISO/isometric drawings, spool drawings, and specifications.
• Measure, lay out, cut, bevel, prepare, fit, and assemble pipe and piping components according to drawings and specifications.
• Accurately use tape measures, levels, squares, angle finders, and other measuring and layout tools.
• Fit pipe, flanges, elbows, tees, reducers, valves, supports, and other components prior to welding.
• Align piping systems and components to maintain proper dimensions, orientation, elevation, and fit-up.
• Determine pipe lengths, angles, offsets, and fitting locations using measurements and trade calculations.
• Prepare pipe ends and components for welding by grinding, beveling, cleaning, and removing high spots as needed.
• Bolt up flanges and verify proper gasket, bolt, flange, and valve orientation.
• Assist with setting and fitting piping on compressor skids, vessels, bottles, coolers, and related equipment.
• Safely operate grinders, pipe threading equipment, band saws, overhead cranes, rigging equipment, and various hand and power tools.
• Assist with rigging, lifting, and positioning pipe spools and other components.
• Inspect completed fit-ups for dimensional accuracy, alignment, and compliance with drawings before welding.
• Coordinate with welders, assembly personnel, supervisors, and quality personnel to resolve fit-up or drawing issues.
• Follow all company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
• Promote safety, productivity, teamwork, quality, and a positive attitude within the Manufacturing team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum of two years of directly related pipe fitting, fabrication, assembly, or industrial experience.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and perform measurements and basic trade calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and ISO/isometric drawings.
• Working knowledge of pipe, fittings, flanges, valves, gaskets, and bolting.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, grinders, and pipe preparation equipment.
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate overhead cranes and rigging equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable attendance and dependable work ethic.

Preferred

• Experience fitting piping for natural gas compression equipment, compressor packages, or industrial skids.
• Previous pipe fitting experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, midstream, manufacturing, or fabrication environments.
• Familiarity with ANSI/ASME flange, bolt, gasket, and pressure-class sizes and ratings.
• Experience with threaded, socket-weld, and butt-weld piping systems.
• Experience with carbon steel and stainless-steel piping.
• Knowledge of piping supports, hangers, and skid-mounted piping systems.

Technical Skills

• Blueprint and ISO/isometric drawing interpretation
• P&ID interpretation
• Pipe layout, measurement, and fit-up
• Pipe cutting, beveling, grinding, and preparation
• Flange alignment and bolt-up
• Valve and fitting identification and orientation
• Precision measurement and trade mathematics
• Rigging and material handling
• Overhead crane operation
• Safe operation of hand and power tools

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Commitment to safety and quality
• Dependable work ethic
• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Positive attitude and willingness to support continuous improvement
• Strong time management and productivity

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand and use hands for handling, gripping, and manipulating tools, pipe, and materials.
• Frequently bend, squat, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, crawl, stoop, twist, and reach.
• Work at elevated heights and in confined or enclosed spaces as required.
• Lift up to 75 pounds and regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Work indoors and outdoors in extreme heat, cold, wet, or humid conditions.
• Must be able to safely perform all essential job functions while wearing required PPE.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing and fabrication facility producing natural gas compression equipment and related piping systems. Team members regularly work around fabrication equipment, overhead cranes, heavy materials, skids, piping, vessels, and industrial machinery while following all company safety procedures and quality standards.

The role requires working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment, with flexible hours and overtime as production needs require.

Benefits

Encore Oilfield Services, LLC offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability insurance
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability insurance

Additional Information

• The level at which a candidate is hired depends upon skill level and previous related experience.
• Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a post-offer drug screen and background check .
• Encore Oilfield Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.