Brown & Root Industrial Services, Llc
Provides integrated industrial services including engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance.
Pipefitter B Class
Installs, maintains, and tests piping systems and related hydraulic/pneumatic equipment.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The pipefitter fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping systems, supports, fixtures, and associated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment used for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubrication, sprinkling, and various production processes. The role encompasses various pipe installation and maintenance activities, requiring coordination with site conditions and other workers while maintaining safety and project standards. • Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications. • Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions. • Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers. • Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine. • Threads pipe using threading machine. • Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine. • Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe. • Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded, caulked, soldering, brazed, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools. • Secures pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools. • Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping. • Tests piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks. • Welds pipe supports to structural steel members. • May observe production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions and may operate machinery to verify repair. • Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies. • May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation. • Performs minor maintenance and cleaning activities of tools and equipment. • Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. • Make decisions based on measurable criteria. • Apply shop mathematics to solve problems. • Plan work and select proper tools. • Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings. • Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸pipe installation
- ▸pipe fabrication
- ▸system testing
- ▸hvac installation
- ▸welding
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
Candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and 2‑3 years of relevant experience. They must be able to follow precise specifications, apply shop mathematics, visualize three‑dimensional drawings, work at heights, and make decisions based on measurable criteria. Supervision is provided by a foreman or similar supervisor. The role requires frequent standing, walking, and occasional sitting, with the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lb and push or pull loads of 70 ft‑lb. Workers must climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and handle tools regularly, often encountering respiratory hazards that may require protection. • Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
Requirements
- ▸high school
- ▸2‑3 years
- ▸shop math
- ▸3d drawings
- ▸height work
- ▸respiratory protection
Benefits
Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive benefits such as a 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, paid time off, and flexible work schedules. The company also supports career advancement through professional training and development.
Work Environment
Onsite