Beech Pipefitter - Helper

Beech Island - 3706 - Pipefitter - Helper 2

Location:

Beech Island, SC, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners.

With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

Job Summary:

Assist journeyman in the planning, lay-out, installation, testing and repair all types of piping systems in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use appropriate hand and power tools to fit and install all types of pipe and/or similar tubular products.
• Assist in the installation of all types of piping, including high pressure piping, valves, couplings and other fittings.
• Cut or drill holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
• Select specified type and size of pipe.
• Mount pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceilings to hold pipe.
• May disassemble and remove damaged or worn pipe.
• Load, transport, unload, and furnish experienced craft workers with materials, tools, equipment and supplies.
• Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary.
• Assist in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials and work pieces during installation.
• Perform minor maintenance or cleaning activities of craft worker's tools and equipment.
• Perform any other routine duties as directed by experienced craft workers.
• Help install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications.
• Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested.
• Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries.
• Understand that no job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised.
• Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional.
• If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved.
• Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed.
• Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions;
  Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards.
• Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices.
• Understand, support, and follow lockout/tag out procedures.
• Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as out lined in training.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately.
• Listen to co-workers suggestions, safety concerns, and recommendations giving full attention to what they are saying and take the time to understand the points being made, asking questions and providing feedback when appropriate.
• Coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job.
• Actively participate in on-the-job training and mentoring opportunities with co-workers in your craft when provided.
• Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications and industry standards.
• Learn to read and understand plans and specifications, including P and , orthographic, and isometric drawings.
• With regard to that portion of the work assigned, assist in planning, installing and/or repair systems in accordance with those plans and specifications.
• Assist journeymen in laying out work and learn to perform layout independently.
• Learn to observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards and need for adjustments,…