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OVERVIEW
The Pipe Fitter Welder installs, maintains, repairs and troubleshoots all industrial pipelines within the refinery using standard tools associated with tasks.
WORK EXPERIENCES
Including but not limited to the following:
Must have a general knowledge of STICK, TIG and MIG welding Ability to work with high- and low-pressure steam vessels and piping. Perform hydraulic pressure test Ability to plan, measure, fabricate and install pipe system layouts to specifications with a high degree of precision using hand tools such as cutting torches, grinders, pipe threading machine, saws, welders Ability to repair clogged pipelines Must be able to work in confined spaces and hot areas Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions. The ability to prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance Must be a team player with obvious enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work well done, and self-starters dedicated to continual quality improvement Must have the willingness to work with other crafts (Electricians and Mechanics) to assist in the maintenance of the facility and production equipment. Must be able to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with engineering, supervisory, or manufacturing personnel to provide guidance on technical systems or process-related topics Must always maintain a clean and orderly work area and shop Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter Dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations. Separate scrap waste and related materials for reuse, recycling, or disposal
DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Installs, maintains, repairs and troubleshoots all industrial equipment within the refinery such as pumps, valves, water heaters, pans, heating torch, welding, brazing, drill motors, wrenches, hoists etc Repairs and installs plumbing fixtures Installs valves from to 24 Works in a safe manner following all refinery safety requirements
Required Skills
Ability to repair and replace pumps, valves, plate and tube heaters Understands and interpret blueprints, sketches, schematic drawings and instruction sheets Ability to perform all jobs in accordance with established safety practices and sanitation standards
Required Experience
A minimum of 5 years of welding and fabrication experience Overtime and weekends are mandatory on an as needed basis Must possess a basic toolkit set. (Hammers, wrenches to 1 1/8, socket wrenches to 1 1/8, etc.)
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or GED
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)
Ability to: Lift up to 50lbs Use hands and arms to reach, push, pull, lift, carry, and manipulate materials and tools Walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, stoop, crawl, and climb constantly throughout the shift Reach, bend, twist, rotate, push and pull frequently Work in confined spaces Work in high places Work with a full-face respirator Work independently as well as a team player Climb up and down ladders Must have regular and predictable attendance Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime Must be able to perform tasks wearing required PPE such as but not limited to protective footwear, clothing, safety glasses/goggles, etc. Must regard safety as a core value Must be able to work safe and in a proficient manner