Demo

Instrument Fitter

Brown & Root
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 8/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026

Position Summary:

 

 

The Instrument Tubing Fitter is responsible for the fabrication, routing, installation, and termination

of stainless-steel and copper instrument tubing systems in accordance with project drawings, specifications, and quality standards. The position focuses on tubing installation activities including

measuring, bending, cutting, supporting, and connecting tubing between field devices, junction points, and control equipment while maintaining safe work practices and ensuring high-quality workmanship.

 

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

 

Measure, cut, bend, and install instrument tubing in accordance with project requirements.

Install tubing supports, clamps, channel, and associated hardware.

Route tubing along designated pathways while maintaining proper spacing, alignment, and accessibility.

Install and tighten tube fittings, ferrules, connectors, and manifolds.

Fabricate tubing assemblies and impulse lines from isometric and hook-up drawings.

Read and interpret instrument tubing layouts, isometrics, and construction drawings.

Verify tubing installations meet project specifications and quality requirements.

Assist with continuity checks, pressure testing, and leak testing of tubing systems.

Maintain a safe work area and comply with all site safety procedures.

Coordinate work activities with other construction trades and supervisors.

Follow blueprints, drawings, and work instructions under supervision.

Assist with hydro-testing, flushing, and commissioning activities.

Support rigging and material handling operations when qualified.

Comply with company safety policies, procedures, and permit requirements.

Attend safety meetings, toolbox talks, and required training.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

 

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum 3 years of industrial construction experience with instrument tubing installation.

Proficient in bending and installing stainless-steel tubing.

Ability to read and interpret tubing layouts, isometric drawings, and installation details.

Knowledge of tube fittings, supports, and industry installation practices.

Experience in refinery, petrochemical, LNG, pipeline, or industrial facilities preferred.

Strong understanding of safety requirements and quality standards.

 

Salary.com Estimation for Instrument Fitter in Houston, TX
$52,185 to $69,446
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Instrument Fitter?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Instrument Fitter career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$36,542 - $45,986
Income Estimation: 
$58,278 - $78,295
Income Estimation: 
$47,686 - $68,767
Income Estimation: 
$65,314 - $84,282
Income Estimation: 
$48,405 - $67,662
Income Estimation: 
$58,188 - $83,648
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Brown & Root

  • Brown & Root Garyville, LA
  • Certified Journeyman -Requires attainment of NCCER certifications written and/or practical. SUMMARY Assembles, analyzes for defects, and repairs boilers, t... more
  • Just Posted

  • Brown & Root Garyville, LA
  • Certified Journeyman - Requires attainment of NCCER certifications written and/or practical. SUMMARY Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs and maintain... more
  • Just Posted

  • Brown & Root Darrow, LA
  • SUMMARY: Journeyman (Level 3 or A) Typically 5 years and above documented field experience in chosen craft discipline with ability to read and interpret in... more
  • Just Posted

  • Brown & Root Mansfield, LA
  • Certified Journeyman - Requires attainment of NCCER certifications written and/or practical. SUMMARY Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs and maintain... more
  • Just Posted


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Instrument Fitter jobs in the Houston, TX area that may be a better fit.

  • Taurus Engineering & Testing Deer Park, TX
  • Instrument Fitter. The Instrument Fitter must have the basic skills to fabricate and install conduit, tubing, and piping. These skills also include install... more
  • 27 Days Ago

  • GENERON IGS INC Houston, TX
  • Crew Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and schedule internal technicians and third-party contractors. System Installation: Layout, cut, bend, and thread stain... more
  • 11 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!