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Optimized Process Designs
Bolt Up Fitter
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What they do
A Pipe Fitter installs and repairs pipe systems in commercial or industrial and manufacturing structures, such as pipes for heating and cooling systems. Works on pipes that carry gas, sprinkler systems, or pipes that carry steam under pressure.
$56,203 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Your Job The jobsite located in Carthage, TX has an opening for a Bolt-Up Fitter. Our Team Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a ''one stop shop'' for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work. What You Will Do Some core responsibilities for a Bolt Up Fitter include:
- Tighten and loosen bolts on flange connections per ISO drawings and work plan
- Assist with installation/removal of blinds as needed for pressure testing purposes
- Possess skilled knowledge of pipe fittings, bolts, valves, etc. as required
- Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment according to specifications
- Use impact wrenches, combination wrenches, and line up pins to install valves and piping spools We expect all field employees to:
- Actively participate in a strong safety culture
- Recognize safety hazards and risks
- Participate in onsite safety meetings
- Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures
- Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work
- Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment
- High attention to detail to avoid reworks and errors Some physical demands of being a bolt-up fitter include:
- Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including cold and hot weather
- Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 pounds
- Standing for extended periods of time up to 12 hours per day
- Moving the entire body. Considerable use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending on a regular basis
- Must be able to work on elevated platforms and maintain balance when stepping on narrow platforms such as beams and pipes
- Must be able to perform these activities while wearing an approved full-body harness and lanyard
- Use hands to handle, control, and feel objects and/or tools Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- At least 1.5 years of experience as a helper, bolt-up fitter, or boilermaker
- Must be willing and able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 das per week
- Must be willing and able to mee.