Location: Fairmont,WV, USA
Company:
* MEC Construction LLC
Title:
* Tubing Technician
Department:
* Operations
Direct Report
* Operations Manager
Status
* Full Time (Non-Exempt)
Location:
* Various Field Based
Summary:
* The Tubing Technician will lead and directly participate in the installation of carbon steel and stainless steel small bore piping systems in industrial facility construction settings, while mentoring fitter helpers and laborers assigned to their team. This role will work with job site leadership teams to ensure installations are performed safely, effectively and efficiently in accordance with all Company and client specifications.
Responsibilities:
* Read and interpret blueprints, ISO's, field installations, material takeoffs, field sketches, and understand specifications
* Works with site leadership and the field operations crew to coordinate the movement of materials, tooling, and equipment to work locations and sets up work site
* Maintains assigned tools and equipment in accordance with Company practices and policies
* Use appropriate hand and power tools to fit, install, disassemble, and/or remove specified type and size of pipe, pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceilings to hold pipe, install valves, couplings, and other fittings
* Utilize threading machines for the installation of small-bore screw pipe
* Lift, position and secure materials and work pieces during installation
* Utilize pipe fitting, bending, cutting, and fusing techniques and methods for different types of piping systems including: butt welded, socket welded, threaded, grooved, and fused joints
* Calculates pipe take offs and completes mathematical calculations in accordance with industry practice
* Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications, and industry standards
* Plan and lay out the installation of large bore and small-bore pipe around structural and mech
* Follow established job-site safety and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work area
* Understand and implement lockout/tag out procedures in a safe manner.
* Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards
* Understand and implement lockout/tag out procedures in a safe manner.
* Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards
* All other duties as assigned by Company management
Physical Requirements:
* The individual must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, task specific safety glasses, life vest, respirators, task specific hearing protection, task specific safety shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location in which the work is being completed
* Ability to stand, stoop kneel, squat, climb, or sit for long periods of time
* Ability to sit up to and including 6 hours in a standard issue office chair
* Ability to withstand exposure to computer screens and cellular telephone screens
* Ability to walk, step, climb, or otherwise move from one location to another on the job site
* Ability to visually see equipment operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses)
* Ability to execute repetitive movements of the feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, and back in performance of work
* Ability to lift up to 50 lb. objects occasionally and to carry to up 50 lb. objects occasionally
* Ability to adapt to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure to sometimes adverse weather conditions
* Ability to remaining calm during emergency situations and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident
* Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week including weekend assignments and holidays as required
Experience:
* Must have five or more years of experience fitting screw, small bore industrial piping
* Candidates should have previous experience with rigging of pipe for construction applications
* Must be able to read ISOs and create spool drawling
* Must have strong mathematical abilities
* Must be able to calculate tie in points and other site construction efforts in a high paced environment
* Must be able to forecast needs and prepare work accordingly
* Must have a working knowledge of pipeline fabrication
Skills & Abilities:
* Ability to lead and direct subordinates
* Ability to delegate work site activities and verify their completion
* Ability to communicate and comprehend the efforts of others
* Ability to think and act quickly
* Ability to work in a team environment
* Ability to communicate and comprehend the efforts of others
* Ability to think and act quickly
* Ability to work in a team environment
* Ability to be attentive to details in a fast-paced working environment
* Ability to multi-task, stay organized and close out assigned tasks
* Ability to operate independently and make safe decisions regarding personal conduct
* Ability to work for extended periods of time in harsh weather conditions
* Ability to think and act independently to ensure personal and team success and safety
* Ability to work flexible hours and travel
Licenses or Certifications:
* Valid driver license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles required
* OHSA 10 Certification is preferred
* OSHA 30 Certification is preferred
* SafeLand Certification is preferred
* NCCER Pipefitter Certification preferred
* Swagelok Course Certificate preferred
Education:
* High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Travel:
* Travel is required
EEO:
* MEC Construction LLC (MEC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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