Pipefitter - Journeyman

This is a LOCAL long term maintenance project and does NOT pay per-diem so the ideal candidate must live within 50 miles of Chalmette, LA. (Shifts are 5x8's Monday - Friday)

About the Company: At UPS Industrial Services excellence isn't just a goal, it is our baseline. It is our mission to be the industry standard by delivering results, adding value, and earning trust. We have built a reputation of excellence and integrity by creating a team of respected professionals who are passionate to be the best. We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Come join our winning team today!

About the Role: UPS Industrial Services is seeking skilled and experienced Pipefitter IV to join our team. The ideal candidates will be based locally in the Chalmette, LA area. This person will be able to install pipe hangers and fabricate piping spools from spool sheets and isometric drawings. This is a local job and does not pay per-diem so the ideal candidate must live within 50 miles of Chalmette, LA.

Requirements:

• Must be able to pass drug screen.
• Must be able to pass background check.
• Must have a valid TWIC card.
• Must be able to pass a physical and PFT/FIT test.
• Must be committed to safety and quality

Responsibilities:

• Installs pipe and all related pipe material per drawings and specifications.
• Fabricates piping spools from spool sheets and isometric drawings.
• Flame cuts pipe to length and bevels, cleans and prepares pipe for fit-up
• Performs layout, rigging and transportation of pipe, valves and fittings.

Job Duties & Essential Functions: :

• This position is a field position requiring daily travel to, through and in field construction sites, in outdoor ambient conditions, including extreme weather, uneven surfaces, heights and locations where chemicals and flammable materials are being used, processed and treated, approximately 100% of the time.
• This position is a physically mobile position, requiring the ability to navigate within a construction and manufacturing environment, as well as an office environment.
• Must be able to lift, carry and manipulate at least 45 pounds consistently.
• Must be able to drive a vehicle;
• Accurate and clear vision and hearing.
• The position requires the use of a phone and computer, requiring sufficient digital manipulation skills to utilize a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone and numerous tools.
• Sufficient body dexterity to bend, stop, and reach for or otherwise gather tools, construction materials and office materials and equipment on an ongoing basis.
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods of time, as well as stand for extended periods.
• Ability to maintain a clear, understandable speaking voice, capable of communicating vital business information to internal/external contacts.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds.
• Use repetitive hand motions.

Mental Requirements:

• Requires considerable concentration and focus. It is subject to stress caused by a changing environment, diversity in the organization, tight deadlines and workload.
• Normal concentration/intensity, which includes prolong mental effort.
• Normal memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information.
• Normal complexity of decision making.

Qualifications and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED
• NCCER and Valid Driver’s License
• 8 years of Journeyman level experience.
• May be required to pass a craft test

Working Environment:

• Indoor/Outdoor/Plant Environment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.