Ironworker

Overview

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OPD is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides capabilities across many industries.

OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and the ability to successfully execute projects. OPD supplies construction services as well as engineering/procurement, enabling clients to have a one-stop shop for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD’s industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention make it a preferred partner and OPD a great place to work.

• Some core responsibilities for an Ironworker include:
  Assemble and secure structural supports according to specifications
• Practical knowledge of structural steel assembly and installation
• Use of tools to adjust and fasten steel beams
• Lifting and moving heavy equipment and materials using mechanical equipment
• Attaching loads using chains, slings, cables, hooks, and other related equipment
• Able to manually handle and securely apply rigging equipment
• Attach and detach loads effectively
• Able to effectively communicate with the rigging team (other riggers and crane operator)
• Must be familiar with the standard crane hand signals
• Must be able to assess weights of loads and equipment needed to lift safely

• 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

• Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including extreme heat and humidity, extreme cold, and high elevations
• Must be able to work on elevated platforms and maintain balance when stepping on narrow platforms such as beams and pipes, wearing an approved full-body harness and lanyard
• Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbs
• Standing for extended periods of time up to 11 hours per day with breaks every 2.5 hours
• Moving the entire body with considerable use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending
• Use hands to handle, control, and feel objects and/or tools

• At least 1.5 years of experience as an ironworker
• Must follow company safety procedures and industry best practices
• Must be able to wear an approved full-body harness and lanyard on elevated platforms and maintain balance on beams and pipes
• Knowledgeable of crane signals (hand and verbal)
• Travel is required with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times
• Ability to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week when project schedules demand
• Must be able to meet all physical demands of the job

• Previous experience in a gas plant construction environment
• NCCER Ironworker certification
• 3+ years of prior ironworker experience

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. Compensation ranges are estimates and may vary by candidate knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. If you have questions, speak to your recruiter about our compensation philosophy. We are committed to diversity of thought and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, OPD provides clients with detailed engineering packages, single-point procurement, fabrication and direct-hired construction services across the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities to deliver faster speed to market and increased cost savings while minimizing risk. Our employees are empowered to do what they do best to create value for themselves and the company.

We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength—medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Eligibility varies by region. Please speak to your recruiter for details.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Some offers are conditioned upon passing a drug test where permitted by law. This employer uses E-Verify. For more information see the E-Verify details.

• Seniority level
• Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
• Full-time

• Job function
• Management and Manufacturing

• Industries
• Oil and Gas

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