Pipe Installer
Reports To : Pipe Supervisor
Supervises : N / A
Duties / Responsibilities :
- Reads and interprets drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine layout requirements
- Cuts openings for pipe in walls, floors, and ceilings using hand or power tools or machines
- Tests system for leaks using testing equipment
- Cleans and maintains pipe units and fittings and flush system
- Installs clamps, brackets, and hangers to support piping system using hand and power tools
- Installs pipe systems on board vessels in a safe and productive manner
- Safely rigs equipment following all OSHA requirements
- Inspects work, identifies potential problems, initiates corrective actions
- Increases awareness of Quality procedures within department
- Ensures correct work procedures are adhered to
- Performs as a productive working team member that meets daily goals set by the supervisor
- Continuously improves communications and flexibility within the team
- Helps build the team environment
- Builds pride of workmanship and quality through on job training
- Contributes towards innovation / productivity improvements
- Assists in the control of waste elimination, e.g. materials, consumables, etc.
- Assists supervisor to maintain control of department equipment and its maintenance
- Works towards the team goal of delivering the vessel on time
- Ensures work area is left clean, all equipment and tools are stowed away safely and protected against damage
- Performs testing under limited supervision
- Must be willing to work with and train lower-skilled workers
- May be assigned tasks including outside the craft as required
- Complies with Austal's employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures and policies
Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience :
One (1) year minimum work experience at Austal or two (2) years of experience in a similar role at a comparative employerrequiredPass the Hydrostatic Pipe Tester test or equivalent pipe test requiredPrior experience in safe and effective use of craft related tools and equipment requiredAbility to perform simple math (add, subtract, multiply, divide) and measure using the metric system requiredKnowledge of shipyard terminology such as general ship structure and vessel layout requiredComparable employer is defined as : Ship building or other facilities that build large, welded aluminum structures, or, Industrial construction such as commercial building construction (large scale construction projects for hospitals, high rise buildings, hotels, and large commercial office buildings.) Oil and gas construction industry (refinery, chemical plant or large oil rig or processing plant construction.)Additional Requirements :
All candidates must meet Austal USA's basic employment eligibility guidelines : Comparable trade experience with comparable trade experience defined as five (5) or more years of experience working in the applicable trade, two (2) years of experience in shipbuilding, or, education in the trade comparable to apprenticeship.Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA :18 years of age or older at time of applicationAble to provide proof of US Person StatusNo felony convictions of Theft / Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition dateNo felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition dateWilling to submit to a drug screenWilling to submit to a background checkTools :
10" Adjustable wrench12" Adjustable wrench12" Pipe wrench25' / 8m Tape measureChannel lock pliersGlovesNeedle Nose Steel RuleHack SawScrew driver (flat)Screw driver (Phillips)Ball pen hammerAllen wrench set2' SquareTri squareTorpedo level2' LevelLine levelCenter punchPlumb-bobSocket set up to 17mmWrench set 10-24mmWrap-a-round Locking pliersWelding HelmetDrillIndex 1 / 16" - 1 / 2" DividersPhysical Requirements :
Must be able to tour all vessels and work sitesWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hearThe employee is occasionally required to sitSpecific physical requirements include the following :Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneelPerform prolonged standingAbility to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axisAbility to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axisLift / push / pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basisLift / push / pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basisMust have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps)Ability to work at heights above 12' while working from ladders, scaffolding, and / or man liftsAble to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead)Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipmentDemonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstaclesPossess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipmentAbility to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standardsAbility to withstand cold and hot temperaturesAbility to enter 18" x 36" openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of timeAble to respond to verbal and audible sounds / commandsAble to utilize adequate visual skillsAbility to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side and reaching downAbility to perceive attributes of an object / material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingersWork Environment :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this jobReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heatThe employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and / or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and coldThe noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, + 90 dBSafety :
Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily