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Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Project Pipe Fitter B
As a Pipe Fitter, you will work in a team alongside the pipe fabrication and assembly teams to accurately frame structural weldments using engineering drawings.
Additional Information:
Urgently hiring
Multiple openings
This is a supplemental position located at the Solar Turbines manufacturing facility located in Channelview, TX
No relocation package is available
Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Perform pressure tests of tubular components and/or assemblies using water or air pressure
Operate water pumps, air compressor, pressure gauges and other equipment associated with pressure testing.
Assemble piping systems based on testing instructions given by the company.
Document testing results or any other documentation associated with testing process.
Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations
Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging
Sanding may be required to prepare and dress welds
Use of common measuring and locating tools (tape measure, transit, fixtures, etc.)
Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, jib and overhead cranes to move and position work pieces
Perform Manual fitting of pipe components to achieve the requirements in the engineering drawing, as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Must be able to pass pipe fitter qualification test
Minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment
Ability to perform simple computer operations
Be available to work 1st or 2nd shift
Ability to work overtime to support production demands, including weekends
Must be able to climb and work from ladders and scaffolds
Ability to work well individually or in a team environment
Desired Qualifications:
One (1) to three (3) years of Pipe Fabrication experience
Top Candidates:
Three (3) years or more of Pipe Fabrication experience
Good Communication Skills and strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
Leadership Experience
**Candidates may be placed on any shift, dependent on business needs**
Summary Pay Range:
$25.48 - $38.22
What You Will Get:
Competitive salary and annual bonus program
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Sick, Etc.)
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection).
Potential base salary increases from annual performance reviews
All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any position:
Background Screening
Physical and drug/alcohol screening
Solar Turbines is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Solar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at https://www.solarturbines.com/en_US/about-us/careers.html
Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
Posting Dates:
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Skills Required
- Pass the pipe fitter qualification test
- At least six months of production-environment experience
- Ability to perform simple computer operations
- Availability to work first or second shift, as assigned
- Ability to work overtime, including weekends, to support production demands
- Ability to climb and work from ladders and scaffolds
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- One to three years of pipe fabrication experience
- Three or more years of pipe fabrication experience
- Good communication skills and commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
- Leadership experience
What We Do
Solar Turbines provides gas turbine packages and services for oil and gas and power generation industries, including gas compressor restage and overhaul, service parts, gas turbine overhaul, machinery management, technical training, modular solutions, and microgrid energy storage solutions.
