Instrumentation Fitter

Instrument Fitter

Location: Gulf Coast, Sweeny, TX

Functionally Reports Into: Superintendent

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Job Objective: The Instrument Fitter will be responsible for assembly, mounting, and installation of instruments, piping, and tubing used in the Industrial Construction & Manufacturing industries. The successful candidate will work with a team of electricians, managers, and technicians to ensure that all instrumentation equipment is properly functioning and accurately measuring the required parameters.

Requirements

Experience: Must have 3+ years' experience as Instrumentation Fitter. Must be able to work with low and high-pressure tubing/piping systems. Must have reliable transportation to and from work. Must be willing to follow all company and project policies, rules, and guidelines. Must be willing to assist in any additional qualified duties assigned. Must be NCCER Certified and have TDLR. Must have a valid Driver's License. Must pass drug test and background check.

Knowledge: Will read prints and P&IDs to interpret the work to be completed, the required equipment, and required tools to perform assigned work. Install instruments that can transmit, record, measure, indicate, and control equipment. Will work with piping systems to install instrumentation for the system to work properly, be controlled, and/or monitored. Will work with precision tools to calibrate instrumentation and to adjust installed electrical and piping components. May run conduit, place sensors, mount gauges, and connect process lines to control hardware's. Required to have all journeymen tools and experience with associated power tools. Heavy emphasis on using hand and power tools, reading structural and craft specific blueprints, and mechanical fitting. Must be able to measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install primary piping and tubing. Must be able to check performance using testing and measuring. Instruments and make necessary adjustments.

Personal Attributes & Capabilities

High level of intellectual ability. Shares expertise with others. Demonstrate commitment to Safety Standards. Displays willingness to make decisions. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Makes timely decisions. Strong interpersonal skills. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Communicates changes effectively. Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Adapts to changes in work environment. Balances team and individual responsibilities. Uses time efficiently. Prioritizes and plans work activities.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma and EHS field experience. Associates degree in instrumentation preferred.

Physical Requirements

Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting. Will talk and hear to communicate. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools. May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs. Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements. Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.

U.S. Only: Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Norrell Construction is required.

Norrell Construction, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.