Career Details :: Pipelaying Fitters
Description
Align pipeline section in preparation of welding. Signal tractor driver for placement of pipeline sections in proper alignment. Insert steel spacer.
Experience
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.
Education
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.
Training
Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.
Tasks
- Inserts spacers between pipe ends.
- Corrects misalignment of pipe, using sledge hammer.
- Guides pipe into trench and signals hoist operator to move pipe until specified alignment with other pipes is achieved.
- Inspects joint to verify uniformity of spacing and alignment of pipe surfaces.
Related Careers
Important Abilities
General Work Activities
- Handling and Moving Objects
- Performing General Physical Activities
- Inspecting Equipment, Structures, Material
- Implementing Ideas, Programs, etc.
- Monitor Processes, Material, Surroundings
Important Skills
Frequent Work Context
- Outdoors
- Standing
- Using Hands on Objects, Tools, Controls
- Frustrating Circumstances
- Hazardous Equipment
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