Pipefitter Abilene

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits and retirementPurpose: Lay out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems and supports,fixtures and equipment for industrial piping systems on basis of knowledge of system operation and study ofbuilding plans or working drawings. This includes carbon steel, stainless steel, chrome, and PVC systems aswell as directing and training pipefitter helpers to perform the same.Work Schedule: Varies by location. Must have open availability any time any day of the week. Lengthof employment is limited to job assignment and/or project duration.Essential Skills (may include but are not limited to the ability to:) Practice safety rules Identify power toolsIdentify hand tools move, store, and transport oxy−acetylene and argon bottles safely.Housekeeping proceduresMake measurements to the 1/16" using a measuring tapeUse power tools, drill motors, end and angle grinders, and port−a−bandsIdentify and sort nuts, bolts, and screws by size and materialIdentify threaded pipe fittingsBasic Blueprint ReadingPerform flange make−up (torque)Identify socket weld fittingsPerform basic math: add, subtract, multiply, and divideIdentify all thread rod by size and left or right-hand threadsIdentify PVC pipe and fittingsIdentify Rigging equipmentIdentify pipe fittings by size, type, material, and service typeSet−Up and operate oxy−acetylene torch for heating and cuttingRead and interpret isometric drawingsCut gaskets with gasket cutterIdentify and discriminate cutting and welding gasesSet−up and purge stainless steel pipeInstall reinforced concrete pipeGive crane and heavy equipment hand signalsRead and interpret hanger and support drawingsIdentify gaskets materials by size, material, type, and ratingsPerform craft mathIdentify hanger components by type, kind, size, and material compositionIdentify and sort valves by size, type, and materialsInstall cast iron push joint pipeInstall ductile iron mechanical joint pipeFabricate PVC pipe from isometricsUse isometrics to fabricate for socket weld pipe, butt weld pipe, and threaded pipeUse threading machine to thread pipeJob Description: PipefitterAlternative Titles: Journeyman PipefitterPage 2 of 3Job Description: Pipefitter Rev.0, 6-3-21 Identify pipe by size, type, and wall thicknessTransfer benchmarks and layout elevations Perform simple rigging operations Install steam traps Use power actuated anchor gun/red head Install fabricated pipe butt weld, socket weld, and screw pipe from orthographies Prepare material & pipe-takeoffs for buttweld, socket weld, & threaded pipe Use blueprints to erect and fabricate piping systems (Ortho, ISO, P&ID, GA) Fabricate pipe hanger, supports, anchors, and guides Install pipe hangers, supports, anchors, and guides Read and interpret pipe and hanger drawings Fabricate, weld, and fiberglass piping Install high pressure and high heat piping systems Install and set spring hangers/supports Perform advanced craft math Work within company policy as outlined in the Samuel EPC Craft Handbook and maintaincompliance with both the Samuel EPC Human Resources Policy Manual and the Samuel EPCSafety Manual. Perform other duties as assigned by the foreman/supervisor as needed.Essential Qualifications Three (3) years minimum Field experience in trade Ability to perform material take-offs, figure offsets, take-off of fittings, and pipe rigging Ability to work with others to achieve job goals Read, write and communicate using the English language sufficient to perform job functions(other preferences will be given for special language skills where there is a business need)Physical Requirements Stand or walk for long periods of time Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift items weighing more than 50pounds with assistance Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl See well (naturally or with correction) Eye−hand coordination Good physical fitness Good sense of balance Work at great heightsPage 3 of 3Job Description: Pipefitter Rev.0, 6-3-21Tool Requirements Steel toed work boots Pipefitter Blue Book Torpedo Level 25' Steel Measuring Tape 12" Adjustable Wrench Leather Gloves Flat Screwdrivers Phillips Screwdrivers Toolbox (with lock) At least one set of 2-Hole, flange alignment pins 10" Channel Lock Pliers 2@ 4" C-clamps 2@ 8" C-clamps 2@ 11" Vice-grip locking C-clamps #9 Side Cutters 4" Wrap−a−round 2@ Ballpeen hammer: 16 oz. and 32 oz. 24" Pipefitter's or Framing Squares 24" Level 12" Tri Square Plumb bob 3/4" x 6" Cold Chisel Pipe Wrenches: 12", 14", 18" and 24" Center Punch Spud Wrench or Line−up Bar Combination Wrenches: 3/4", 7/8", 15/16", 1-1/16", 1-1/8", and 1-1/4" Degree Finder Protractor Line−Up Dogs Hickey Bar Smart Level Raincoat or ponchoEnvironment: Construction Workers perform physically demanding work including lifting and carrying heavyobjects, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling in awkward positions. Some work at great heights, oroutdoors in all weather conditions. With some projects, work exposure to harmful/hazardous materials,chemicals, fumes, odors, lead-based paints, asbestos, loud noise, or dangerous machinery may exist. Toavoid injury, workers in these jobs wear safety clothing, such as gloves, hardhats, protective chemicalsuits, and devices to protect their eyes, respiratory system, or hearing. While working in undergroundand/or confined spaces, Construction Workers must be especially alert to safely follow procedures andmust deal with a variety of hazards.