Pipefitter Helper

Job Summary

Pipefitter Helper position located in Mt. Belvieu, TX
. The role is with Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD), part of the Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization.

• Assist pipefitter with setting, assembling, and installing pipe.
• Possess knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc., as required.
• Prepare pipe and fittings for hoisting and rigging.
• Familiar with different types of metals.
• 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.
• Ability to work safely and accurately.

• Actively participate in a strong safety culture.
• Recognize safety hazards and risks.
• Participate in onsite safety meetings.
• Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures.
• Be aware of changing conditions on an active jobsite.
• Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work.
• Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment.
• High attention to detail to avoid reworks and errors.

• Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including extreme heat and humidity, extreme cold, and high elevations.
• Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbs.
• Standing for extended periods of time up to 12 hours per day.
• Moving the entire body – considerable use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending on a regular basis.
• Must be able to work on elevated platforms and maintain balance when stepping on narrow platforms such as beams and pipes. Must be able to perform these activities while wearing an approved full‑body harness and lanyard.
• Use hands to handle, control, and feel objects and/or tools.

• 6 months of previous experience working in an industrial environment.
• Past exposure to different metals and knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc.

• Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.
• Must be willing and able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week.
• Must be willing and able to meet all physical demands of the job.
• Must be able and willing to attend mandatory safety meetings.

• 6+ months working as a pipefitter helper.
• Previous experience reading ISO's and drawings.
• Past exposure to different metals and knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc.
• Experience in a gas plant construction environment.

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