Pipefitter Helper Jobs

Position Summary

Assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.

Experience Level

Entry

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist skilled craftsman to align, bolt, and clamp together components of fabricated metal products to secure in position for welding
• Assist with the assembly and securing of pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment according to specifications by welding and threading joints
• Operate tools and equipment including: beveling machines, cut-off grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, and a Saw-Zall
• Learn to read isometric drawings, taking measurements, fabricating and installing piping efficiently
• Position and secure materials and workpieces during installation; and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications
• Learn to manually handle and securely apply rigging equipment
• Learn to distinguish varying thickness and types of metal materials
• Layout and install equipment, vessels, skids, pumps, pipe, and supports
• Assist with hydro testing piping systems

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools and layout tools.
• Field experience in chosen craft discipline
• Must possess knowledge skills and abilities for position
• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision

Requirements

• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
• Must have all required tools
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to meet all physical requirements.