Offshore Fitter

An offshore fabrication service company is seeking Offshore Combo Pipe / Structural Fitters for the construction of Deepwater production platforms in the Gulf of Mexico.
Main Purpose
To perform job functions required and assigned in iron fabrication as steel structures per the contract/job specifications and quality assurance requirements/fitting procedures and established ISO/QC program standards.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions

• Study engineering drawings to determine materials requirements and task sequences.
• Read and interpret blueprint and specifications.
• Perform mathematical calculations, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, angles, etc.,
• Measure, cut, fit, and install structural/pipe plate, pipe material, beams, plate, pipe, etc., per blueprint and job specifications.
• Locate and mark workpiece from drawings cutting lines, checking for material thickness, welding shrinkage, and other component specifications.
• Straighten warped or bent parts using sledges, hand torches, and straightening procedures.
• Follow fitting procedures and principles used in fabricating offshore jackets, decks, heliports, production facilities, etc.
• Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts using cutting torches, straightening presses, and hand tools.
• Lays out and installs piping, equipment, and other mechanical systems in compliance with construction drawings and specifications.
• Inspect work sites for obstructions or holes that could cause structural weakness.
• Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications using squares and measuring tapes.
• Know how to pull coordinates to find pipe and get measurements.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned safely and efficiently.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
• Fitters must know of and use cutting torches, measuring tapes, calculators, levels, man-lifts, high-reach equipment, welding machines, chipping hammers, pressure chippers, power grinders, etc. Must be able to read and write.

Job Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of offshore fitting experience
• Must be available for call-out schedule (most commonly 14/14 or 14/7)
• Must have personal transportation to meet in Houma, LA for hitches
• Must be able to pass a written and practical pipe fitter/structural test
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must have valid TWIC card or ability obtain one prior to starting
• Highschool diploma or GED preferred

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• On call

Experience:

• offshore pipefitting: 2 years (Preferred)
• offshore structural fitting: 2 years (Preferred)
• fitter: 1 year (Preferred)

Requirements
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now and in future
Minimum of 2 years offshore and fitting experience combined
Personal transportation to meet in Houma, LA for hitches
Must be able to pass a written and practical pipe fitter/structural test
Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
Are you able to work away from home for an extended period of 2-3 weeks per hitch
Comfortable working at heights between 8 to 25 feet
Confirm you are able to swim
Confirm you do not experience seasickness
Have a valid TWIC card OR you can obtain it if hired
Equal Opportunity Employer
Performance Search Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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