PIPEFITTER POS#812A/B/C |
Internal Job Title: Technician Job Grade: A5-A7 |
JOB SUMMARY: The pipefitter lays out, installs, and maintains vessels The above description is general in nature. A pipefitter may be required to perform additional duties not specifically described herein. Environmental Supplemental Description:EN08 HOURS: Typical hours for Pipefitter range from 40 to 60 hours per week. Work that exceeds 40 hours is considered overtime. A 30-minute unpaid lunch break is provided. TRANSPORTATION: It is the responsibility of the worker to provide his or her own transportation to and from the facility. EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND TRAINING REQUIREMENT: Must have a minimum of 3 years of Carbon pipe fitting experience in addition to the ability to successfully demonstrate the ability to pass a hands-on pipe fitter test by performing the following: applying a bevel using a grinder with a sanding disc, cutting the opposing end of the pipe to saddle a pipe of the same size at a 90 degree angle in addition to performing silver brazing of a socket joint pipe in the horizontal (flat and horizontal flow) and vertical (vertical up flow) position in accordance of ASME requirements. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: Pipefitters attend a weekly safety meeting and are required to wear safety equipment including, a hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, steel toe boots, and occasionally, a respirator. TOOL LIST: Basic tools provided by the employee are: Levels Squares Wrenches Hammer Tape Measure Socket Set Ratchet Welding Shield Steel Toe Shoes Hard hat & Safety Glasses (1st pair) The following tools are provided by the facility: Large Wrenches Power Tools Bits Gauges Come-a-long Vices Buckeye Respirator (where needed)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Occasionally – Less than 1/3 of the time Frequently = 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Constantly – More than 2/3 of the time
Physical Demands: This function requires the individual to stand on a continuous basis. Some degree of visual acuity is needed when deciphering a layout. II. Essential Function: The pipefitter is responsible for pre-fabricating segments of pipe in a shop setting. This function may involve the use of shop machinery to bend or thread pipe, or install fittings, valves, traps, and thermostats. Some yards may designate individuals to work full time in this capacity, if full time work is available. Physical Demands: Standing is considered constant during this essential function, walking is considered occasional. In a shop setting, overhead hoists are generally available and the pipefitter will work in tandem with a less experienced man, called a tacker/helper or 3rd class pipefitter. Lifting and carrying are controlled and aided by the above mentioned characteristics. Company policy enables individuals to obtain assistance with items over 40lbs and may easily be observed. A shop setting allows for work to take place on an even, concrete surface. III. Essential Function: Installation of piping systems onboard and within vessel modules, to include positioning, fastening, and connecting various systems, such as heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure and oil lines. The pipefitter will weld pipe support brackets, connect pipes to fixtures and, to a lesser degree, fabricate lengths of piping systems onboard or within vessel modules. Physical Demands: Heavy items are positioned with a chainfall, overhead crane, or a come-along. Standing is again considered constant and walking occasional. Because workers commonly work in pairs, the 40lb maximum can generally be observed. The heaviest come-along can weigh in the 75lb range and could be handled occasionally during the course of a day, depending upon the job.
Physical Demands: This function requires the individual to stand on a continuous basis. In addition to essential function number one, this function comprises the less physical, thinking and planning aspects of the job. Obviously, the more experienced pipefitters will bear the majority of the responsibilities outlined in functions one and four.
Other reasonable duties as assigned by management. |