Pipefitter / Welding Helper

Our Team Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a ''one stop shop'' for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

Possess knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc, as required.

Prepare pipe and fittings for hoisting and rigging

Locate and mark bending and cutting lines of the metal.

Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary

Operate tools and equipment including: beveling machines, cut-off grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, welding machines, and a Saw-Zall.

We Expect All Field Employees To Actively participate in a strong safety culture

Recognize safety hazards and risks

Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures

Some Physical Demands Of Being a Pipefitter Helper Include Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including extreme heat and humidity, extreme cold, and high elevations.

Must be able to work on elevated platforms and maintain balance when stepping on narrow platforms such as beams and pipes. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) 6 months of previous experience working in an industrial environment

Past exposure to different metals and knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc.

Other Job Requirements Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.

Must be able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week.

Past exposure to different metals and knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc.

Experience in a gas plant construction environment

Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. Who We Are As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for all equipment and materials, fabrication and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk.

Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits - Medical and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.