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The Shaw Group

Shop Pipe Fabricator

The Shaw Group, Walker, Louisiana, United States, 70785

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Shop Pipe Fabricator Job Title: Shop Pipe Fabricator

The Shaw Group Company: The Shaw Group

Base Pay Range $28.00/hr - $36.00/hr

Employment Type Full-time, project-based position.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

Basic Qualifications

At least 5 years of documented field experience in chosen craft discipline and ability to read and interpret instructions and documentation, plan and perform work activities alone. Must have Tier 1 Shop Fabrication Experience.

Must successfully pass the written Pipe Fabrication test and spool reading assessment.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities

Lays out, positions, aligns and fits together fabricated parts of metal products in shop according to blueprint and layout specifications, preparatory to welding or riveting.

Plans sequence of operation, applying knowledge of geometry, effects of heat, and allowance for weld shrinkage, machining and thickness of metal.

Sets up face block, jigs and fixtures.

Locates and marks centerlines and reference points onto floor or face block and transposes them to work piece, using tape, chains, plumb bob, and squares.

Moves parts into position, manually or by hoist or crane.

Removes high spots and cuts bevels, using hand files, portable grinders and cutting torch; straightens warped or bent parts.

Positions or tightens braces, jacks, clamps, ropes, or bolt straps or bolt parts in positions for welding or riveting.

Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment.

Performs other duties and activities as required.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawing instructions and documents, plan and perform work activities independently.

Ability to apply shop mathematics to solve problems.

Can plan work and select proper tools.

Has knowledge of commonly‑used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Relies on instructions and pre‑established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

Works under minimum supervision; typically reports to a supervisor.

Physical Requirements Standing: 60%

Walking: 20%

Sitting: 20%

Pushing: 70 ft‑lb

Pulling: 70 ft‑lb

Climbing: Frequently

Balancing: Frequently

Bending: Frequently

Stooping: Occasionally

Kneeling: Occasionally

Crouching: Occasionally

Crawling: Occasionally

Reaching: Constantly

Handling: Constantly

Fingering: Frequently

Feeling: Constantly

Vision: Constantly

Hearing: Constantly

Lifting (lbs): 0‑10 (Occasional)

Carrying (lbs): 0‑10 (Occasional)

10‑25 (Frequent)

25‑50 (Occasional)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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