What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipefitters - Fab Yard position at US Trades?
US Trades is seeking experienced Industrial Pipefitters for long-term work at a module fabrication yard in Ingleside, Texas.
Job Details
- Long-term project opportunity
- Schedule of approximately 60 hours per week
- Module fabrication yard environment
- Local candidates only—no per diem or travel allowance
- Consistent attendance and overtime availability are required
Qualifications
- Previous industrial pipefitting experience
- Experience working in industrial construction, module fabrication, shipyard, refinery, petrochemical, LNG, or similar heavy-industrial environments
- Ability to read and interpret piping drawings, isometric drawings, blueprints, and specifications
- Experience laying out, measuring, cutting, fitting, and assembling industrial piping systems
- Knowledge of pipe supports, valves, flanges, fittings, and related components
- Ability to prepare and fit pipe for SMAW and GTAW welding
- Ability to accurately perform offsets, takeoffs, and field measurements
- Ability to work safely and productively in a fast-paced fabrication yard
- Willingness and ability to work approximately 60 hours per week
- Dependable transportation to the Ingleside worksite
- Must reside within 60 miles of Ingleside, TX
- Must meet all project safety, screening, and onboarding requirements
Primary Responsibilities
- Read and interpret piping isometrics, drawings, and fabrication specifications
- Measure, cut, bevel, align, and fit industrial piping and components
- Fit pipe, flanges, valves, fittings, and supports according to project requirements
- Check pipe alignment, elevation, orientation, and dimensions before welding
- Prepare pipe joints for SMAW and GTAW welders
- Identify and correct fit-up or fabrication issues
- Use appropriate hand tools, power tools, levels, squares, and measuring equipment
- Follow all site safety policies, quality standards, and production requirements
- Work cooperatively with welders, foremen, quality personnel, and other fabrication team members
Qualified pipefitters interested in stable, long-term industrial work are encouraged to apply with a current resume or detailed work history outlining their industrial pipefitting experience.