Pipefitter

About the Role

The Leadman provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to craft workers in the work crew, assisting the Foreman while functioning as a journeyman. This role is responsible for laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining piping systems, supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for a variety of steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and production processes. The position requires the ability to select appropriate pipe materials, install complex piping and HVAC systems, test for leaks, and perform welding of pipe supports to structural steel. The Leadman must also monitor safety protocols, observe production machinery for malfunctions, and support material handling and minor equipment maintenance. • Select type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications. • Inspect worksite to determine presence of obstructions. • Plan sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers. • Cut pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine. • Thread pipe using threading machine. • Bend pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine. • Mount pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe. • Assemble and install a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings using threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints and hand tools. • Secure pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers using hand and power tools. • Install and maintain refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping. • Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure and observing gauges for indications of leaks. • Weld pipe supports to structural steel members. • Observe production machines in assigned area to detect malfunctions and operate machinery to verify repair. • Load, transport and unload material, tools, equipment and supplies. • Assist in lifting, positioning and securing material and work pieces during installation. • Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment. • Use respiratory protection when required. • Observe and comply with all safety and project rules; perform other duties as required. • 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
• ▸leak testing
• ▸welding
• ▸hvac installation
• ▸material handling
• ▸team lead

What You Bring

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent combined with relevant field experience and a solid understanding of industry concepts, practices, and procedures. The role relies on clear instructions and guidelines, works under immediate supervision, and does not typically require independent judgment beyond the scope of assigned tasks. Physical demands include standing, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 lb, climbing, balancing, and frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. The job also involves exposure to environments where respiratory protection may be necessary and requires adherence to safety and project rules.

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸field experience
• ▸industry knowledge
• ▸supervision
• ▸physical labor
• ▸safety compliance

Benefits

Brown & Root offers competitive lifestyle benefits, including a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, paid time off, and flexible work schedules, as well as opportunities for professional training and career advancement.

Work Environment

Onsite