Pipefitter Helper

Responsibilities

• Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary
• Assist Pipefitter in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials during installation
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning activities
• Assist Pipefitter in installation of all types of piping by learning to use appropriate hand and power tools
• Cut or drill holes, mount pipe hangers and brackets, perform other routine duties as directed
• Load, transport, unload and furnish pipefitter with materials, tools, equipment and supplies
• Learn to read and understand plans and specifications
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

• Physical: Must be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.
• Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legs
• Hand/eye coordination
• Must be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform work
• May operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all types with proper training and authorization
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and lifting
• May be required to work in confined spaces
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
• Mental: Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details