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Offshore Fitter

Acadian Contractors Inc.
Abbeville, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2025

Acadian Contractors, Inc. continues to grow!

ABOUT US
Acadian Contractors is located in Abbeville, Louisiana on the Vermillion River. We opened our doors in 1973 and have grown to become one of the busiest, most in-demand, accurate and stable companies in the industry.
We pride ourselves on treating all of our employees with respect, rewarding those who live up to expectations and providing the safest workplace and the highest standards when it comes to tools, technology and equipment. We've since expanded to work all sectors of the Energy and Construction Industry with offices in Texas, multiple locations in Louisiana, and now Florida. From Gas Distribution to Aerospace and Subsea Fabrication, there isn't a project or job our world class execution team can't complete!!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GREAT BENEFITS!
Health Insurance – Dental – Vision - 401k Match - Paid Time Off – Life – Short & Long Term Disability – Safety Incentive Program (Behavioral Based Safety Observations) - Internal Training Opportunities
SECOND TO NONE SAFETY RECORD
Our commitment to safety is passionate and not just lip service to make a press release sound pretty…
Safety is a Top Priority at Acadian Contractors, Inc.

OPPORTUNITY FOR ADVANCEMENT
With Multiple Divisions and geographical locations, we have the ability to promote and train from within as well as develop employees into many different roles!

  • What you'll do
    • Figure Material Take-offs on drawings for cut lengths.
    • Use Pipe Cutting Machine, or if Machine is Busy, use Beveling Machine to Cut Pipe to Required Length
    • Communicate with the helper/rigger as to which piece of Material or Equipment is needed for Each Project Task.
    • Aligns parts, using jack, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars and heavy hammer.
    • Marks reference points onto floor or face block and transposes them to workpiece using measuring devices, squares, chalk and soapstone.
    • Gives directions to welder to build up low spots or short pieces with weld.
    • Straightens warped or bent parts using sledge, hand torch, straightening press and push pull physically.
    • Removes high spots and cuts bevels using hand files, portable grinders and cutting torch.
    • Examines blueprints and plans sequence of operation, applying knowledge of geometry, effects of heat, weld shrinkage, machining and metal thickness.
    • Assembles and secure pipes, tubes, fittings and related equipment according to specifications by welding, brazing, cementing soldering and threading joints.
    • Puts all information on the pipe before cutting and transfer all item numbers onto cut sheet and carry over item numbers to drop pipe.
    • Inspects, examines and tests installed systems and pipelines using pressure gauges, hydrostatic testing, observation or other methods.
    • Ascending/Descending stairwells with/without tools and equipment, frequently
    • Plans pipe system layout, installation or repair according to specifications.
    • Reads and understands blueprints and ISO’s.
    • Demo and install of handrails and grating on platform.
    • Verify All Measurements and check for square and level before release to welder.
    • Note Pre-weld dimensions on Fitter Drawings.
    • Hanging and swinging on vertical rope to/from platform to/from boat (potential rough seas/wind).
    • Ensure Tag is on All Fabricated Items with Correct Job Number, Customer Name, and Piece Number.
    • Climbing, working from heights.
    • Pulling tools and equipment up and down to workstations/areas.
    • Show up to Work “ON TIME” & “As Scheduled”
    • Inspect all equipment daily (torch, torch hoses, grinder, levels, tapes, etc.)
    • Sweep work area daily or as needed, to ensure safe work area for all
    • Complete and discuss a thorough JSEA prior to each task.
    • Always have a positive attitude towards customers being serviced as well as ACI as a company.
  • What you need to know
    • Preferably 2 years minimum experience fitting (Piping, Vessel and Structural) fabrication
    • Recent Offshore Construction experience (2 year minimum)
      • Most recent offshore experience within the last 4 years
    • Read/Interpret ISO’s and Blue Prints
    • Familiar with and ability to respond/escape emergencies on offshore facilities and water entry/survival

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