Shop Pipe Fabricator

Shop Pipe Fabricator

Job Title:

Shop Pipe Fabricator

Company:
The Shaw Group

$28.00/hr - $36.00/hr

Full-time, project-based position.

Mid‑Senior level

Management and Manufacturing

• At least 5 years of documented field experience in chosen craft discipline and ability to read and interpret instructions and documentation, plan and perform work activities alone. Must have Tier 1 Shop Fabrication Experience.
• Must successfully pass the written Pipe Fabrication test and spool reading assessment.

• Lays out, positions, aligns and fits together fabricated parts of metal products in shop according to blueprint and layout specifications, preparatory to welding or riveting.
• Plans sequence of operation, applying knowledge of geometry, effects of heat, and allowance for weld shrinkage, machining and thickness of metal.
• Sets up face block, jigs and fixtures.
• Locates and marks centerlines and reference points onto floor or face block and transposes them to work piece, using tape, chains, plumb bob, and squares.
• Moves parts into position, manually or by hoist or crane.
• Removes high spots and cuts bevels, using hand files, portable grinders and cutting torch; straightens warped or bent parts.
• Positions or tightens braces, jacks, clamps, ropes, or bolt straps or bolt parts in positions for welding or riveting.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment.
• Performs other duties and activities as required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawing instructions and documents, plan and perform work activities independently.
• Ability to apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
• Can plan work and select proper tools.
• Has knowledge of commonly‑used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Relies on instructions and pre‑established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Works under minimum supervision; typically reports to a supervisor.

Standing: 60%
Walking: 20%
Sitting: 20%
Pushing: 70 ft‑lb
Pulling: 70 ft‑lb
Climbing:
Frequently
Balancing:
Frequently
Bending:
Frequently
Stooping:
Occasionally
Kneeling:
Occasionally
Crouching:
Occasionally
Crawling:
Occasionally
Reaching:
Constantly
Handling:
Constantly
Fingering:
Frequently
Feeling:
Constantly
Vision:
Constantly
Hearing:
Constantly
Lifting (lbs): 0‑10 (Occasional)
Carrying (lbs): 0‑10 (Occasional)
10‑25 (Frequent)
25‑50 (Occasional)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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