Instrumentation Fitter

Instrumentation Fitter - Electrical

Location:

Houston Area, TX (On-Site)

Functionally Reports into:
Superintendent

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

Job Objective:
The Instrumentation Fitter will work with both electrical and piping systems to install the required tubing and instruments for the system to be measured and/or controlled.

Requirements:

Experience:

Must have the knowledge and ability to read and understand drawings, loop sheets, P&'s, and specifications. Lay out, fabricate, and assemble instrumentation system components. Prepares and installs instruments and instrumentation systems. Calculate required sizes and angles of piping or tubing using arithmetic and mathematical formulas. Fabricate pipe or tubing hangers and supports. Fabricate and assemble instrument panel boards and stands, including mounting instruments, controls, and switches.

Fabricate and erect trays and supports, including cutting, drilling holes, and filling. Prepare and install conduit and small bore threaded pipe, including measuring, cutting and threading conduit and pipe, making up joints, installing brackets, hangers and other structural parts. Prepare and install tubing, including measuring, cutting to length, bending, bracing, and connecting with unions. Install instrument panels as well as panels, pipe, and field mounted instruments.

Must be NCCER Certified and have TDLR. Must have a valid Driver's License. Must pass drug test and background check.

Knowledge:
Read and understand instrument and electronic symbols. Instrument control theory and electronic theory. Instrument and Electrical wiring diagrams. Computer Skills. Ability to set and balance priorities to complete projects on time. Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal. Ability to handle stress and possess positive characteristics even in difficult or challenging situations. Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills.

Must be self-motivated, punctual, and able to work independently.

Personal Attributes & Capabilities:
High level of intellectual ability. Demonstrate commitment to Safety Standards. Displays willingness to make decisions. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Strong interpersonal skills. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Communicates changes effectively. Adapts to changes in work environment. Balances team and individual responsibilities. Prioritizes and plans work activities.

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Vocational training/certification or other postsecondary education directly related to his position. Instrument NCCER Certification.

Physical Requirements:

Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to type, talk, and hear, sit, stand, walk, reach with arms and hands. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools. May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.

Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements. Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.

U.S. Only:
Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Norrell Construction is required.

Norrell Construction, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.