USA - Pipe Assembly Steam Fitter Operator

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lay out, assemble, install, or maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, or related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, or industrial production or processing systems.
• Study blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the type of pipe and tools to use, and lay out the sequence of tasks
• Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend, assemble and install metal, plastic and fiberglass pipes, valves and fittings
• Join pipe sections, related equipment and secure in position
• Use testing equipment to check systems for leaks
• Drill and punch holes in metal, for screws, bolts, and rivets.
• Trim, file, grind, deburr, buff, and smooth surfaces, seams, and joints of assembled parts, using hand tools

and various power tools.

• Willing to cross-train and perform the work of other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

• Produce high quality of work with zero non conformances
• Meet project deadlines as assigned
• Work in a safe manner following Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Maintain an excellent attendance & punctuality record

EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Possess a suitable combination of education and experience to meet the requirements of this position
• Must be a  Pipe Fitter/Steamfitter Journeyman by trade
• Minimum of 1 – 3 years industrial experience is preferred
• Must be able to work with various hand tools and operate an industrial powered fork truck
• Demonstrated proficiency reading and interpreting work orders and drawings.
• Able to work independently or as a team player
• Able to take direction and communicate with others
• Have excellent time management skills, organized and detail oriented

• Employ a friendly, outgoing personality, respectful of co-workers and ability to work with individuals to carry out goals of the organization

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are expected for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Perform work standing up in work cell for 8-10 hours per day and up to 6 days a week.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk ; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move material during the course of performing his/her job
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.