Location
Chattanooga, TN | United States
Job description
Fitter / Fuser Operator
Summary
Title: Fitter / Fuser Operator
ID: 902608
Location: Chattanooga, TN
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Description
Southeast Connections LLC provides inclusive infrastructure solutions for the natural gas industry. We construct the systems and facilities to transport the nation's cleanest burning energy resource. Southeast Connections offers complete construction services, including pipeline construction, installation, maintenance, repairs, stations, facility modification, and new construction. From Senior Management to the "boots on the ground", Southeast Connections, LLC is dedicated & determined to remain the industry leader and earn continued client respect through our professionalism.
Position Overview:
As a Fuser/Pipefitter, you will install, troubleshoot, and maintain underground gas distribution piping systems safely and on time.
Essential Functions:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Construct, install, and maintain piping systems and equipment for natural gas utilities.
Join piping by means of fusion, electrofusion, or mechanically coupled joints.
Verify specifications by performing quality assurance tests.
Maintain all industry-required Operator Qualifications.
Ensure all project work is compliant with installation standards and is being performed safely and correctly.
Promote and monitor the safety of team members.
Prepare sites to ensure maximum optimization of construction work procedures.
Clean debris, trash, and hazardous materials from construction sites.
Load and unload equipment and materials from trucks for daily projects; restock trucks with supplies, ensuring crews have the proper tools and supplies to complete the job; and distribute materials at the job site safely and efficiently.
Prepare ground trenches for pipes and utility lines; dig spread and level dirt and gravel using a pick, rake, shovel, etc.
Assisted in installing pipes and drains; measured and marked pipes for cutting; joined, wrapped, sealed, and bed sections of underground pipe.
Erect temporary structures.
Fill potholes to facilitate the construction process.
Use hand tools to cut and shape material as per instructions.
Identify utilities and potential hazards; protect dig crews from utility hits and assist in manually digging.
Place traffic signs to warn traffic of construction in process.
Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery.
Clean and maintain construction equipment and company vehicles appropriately.
Ensure that all work being done complies with the company's safety protocols.
Assist the tradesmen in completing their skilled tasks safely and efficiently.
Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.
Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Bring problems to the attention of the Foreman or Supervisor.
Qualifications/Special Knowledge Skills:
Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, safety, and quality standards and effectively utilize all tools and equipment relevant to the work.
Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment.
Skill to operate equipment in close proximity to workers and underground utilities
Precise hand-eye coordination
Display a willing attitude to learn from others.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED. Any vocational training is strongly desired.
Prior experience in the gas utility industry.
Our Benefits:
We offer excellent compensation and industry-leading benefits, such as health, dental and vision, life insurance, Short Term Disability , and Long-Term Disability starting on DAY ONE
Eligibility for Company matching 401K benefit after three months of employment.
Competitive salary packages
Career advancement opportunities
Comprehensive benefits program, which includes Health, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance, that starts on the first day of employment.
Employer Matching 401k program.
Paid Time Off and an incredible work environment.
Referral Bonuses.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Southeast Connections, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
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