Pipefitter Helper - in Cameron, LA

Job Description

Job Description

Graywolf is seeking a Pipe Helper for our Cameron, LA project.

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 helper assists journeyman level craft by performing support tasks on construction projects such as erecting, wrecking, repairing, maintaining equipment and performing janitorial functions.    

Essential Duties 

• Safety – work safely around the hazards associated with the Construction field.
• Tools – use hand, electric, pneumatic and hydraulic tools and in a safe manner.
• Construction Math - Demonstrates a basic level of competency in construction math as required in trade practice.
• Rigging Equipment – Safely and competently identify and use basic rigging procedures and equipment including chain hoists, come-along, jacks and tuggers. 
• Dig, spread and level dirt and gravel using a pick and shovel.
• Lift, carry and hold building materials and supplies
• Clean tools, equipment, materials and work areas, including sweeping, mopping and other general clean-up activities.
• Join, wrap, align and seal sections of pipe.
• Assemble sections of dredge pipeline.
• Measure distance from grade stakes and drive stakes
• Stretch tight line
• Bolt, nail, align and block up under forms.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications.
• Mop, brush or spread paints or bituminous compounds over surfaces for protection.
• Spray materials such as water, sand, steam, vinyl, paint or stucco through hose to clean, coat or seal surfaces.

• Grind, sand or polish surfaces using abrasive tools or machines.
• Demolish buildings, saw lumber, dismantle forms, remove objects from concrete, mount hangars and cut and attach insulating material.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Work within company policies (including Safety and Human Resources policies), client policy and OSHA safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed.

Qualifications:  

• At least 6-months experience as a Helper level construction worker in particular trade for entry level helper
• At least 2-years experience as a Helper level construction worker in particular trade for a top level helper
• 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.
• Work at heights with fall protection, work from manlifts, baskets, JLG’s etc.
• 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.