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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
A helper operator will assist with various manual needs being performed at a new construction site including but not limited to moving equipment, digging, retrieving equipment, backfilling trenches, operating remote control rollers and any other work instructed by a supervisor or journeyman. Qualification Highlights Must be able to meet all physical demands - see below Must have reliable transportation and be able to work 7 days as needed Must pass pre-employment requirements (health/drug screen) Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools. Good problem-solving abilities Good aptitude and manual dexterity Good reading comprehension Ability to work with others - team player Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors
Commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations Preferred Qualifications Zachry ROF'ed employee. Former Zachry Employee. Basic mechanical knowledge. Experience on an industrial construction site
Formal/technical education. Physical Requirements Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting. Will talk and hear to communicate. Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, pull objects, materials, controls and tools. May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs. Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms. Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision. Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots. Required Tools - list to be provided. ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.