FITTER

Fitter (Structural & Pipe)

The Fitter is responsible for cutting and fitting pipe or structural materials for welders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Align parts using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars and hammers
• Mark reference points onto floor or face block and transpose them to workpiece
• Give directions to welder to build up low spots or short pieces with weld
• Straighten warped or bent parts using sledge, hand torch, straightening press or bulldozer
• Remove high spots and cut bevels using hand files, portable grinders and cutting torch
• Examine blueprints and plan sequence of operation, applying knowledge of geometry, effects of heat, weld shrinkage, machining and metal thickness
• Tack weld fitted parts together
• Position or tighten braces, jacks, clamps, ropes, bolt straps or bolt parts in position for welding
• Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings and related equipment according to specifications by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering and threading joints
• Put all information on the pipe before cutting and transfer all item numbers onto cut sheet and carry over item numbers to drop pipe
• Ensure all numbers are clear and point to the right material when fabricating spool sheets
• Check measurements to assure they match with drawing and obtain approval from quality control department
• Inspect, examine and test installed systems and pipe lines using pressure gauges, hydrostatic testing, observation or other methods
• Plan pipe system layout, installation or repair according to specifications
• Read and understand blue prints and ISO's
• Obey and follow all safety rules and policies
• Wear all appropriate safety equipment (PPE)
• Perform all other duties as assigned by manager and/or supervisor

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent education
• 1+ years of fitting experience in an industrial setting
• Basic written and verbal skills
• Must have the ability to perform work accurately
• Must be reliable and have good time management skills
• For new hires, must meet all Performance Energy Services employment qualifications in force at time of hiring, including successful completion of a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen
• For new hires, must successfully complete all required training by Performance Energy Services

Physical Demands

• Stand – Frequently
• Sit – Occasionally
• Use Hands – Constantly
• Climb – Occasionally
• Kneel – Frequently
• Lift/Carry over – Frequently (up to 50 lbs.)
• Vision – Required (Must be able to pass vision exam per appropriate medical requirements)
• Hearing – Required (Must be able to pass an audio test per OSHA standards)

Working Conditions

• Wet or Humid (non-weather) – Occasionally
• Working near moving mechanical parts – Frequently
• Working in high places – Occasionally
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles – Constantly
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals – Occasionally
• Outdoor weather conditions – Constantly
• Risk of electric shock – Frequently
• Work with explosives – None
• Risk of radiation – Occasionally
• Noise Level – Very Loud

Acknowledgment

I have reviewed and understand the above job description and believe it to be accurate and complete. I can successfully fulfill each duty or task. I also agree that management retains the right to change this job description at any time.

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