What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic 1 Class Pipefitter position at Valero Energy Corporation?
Description
- Installs and maintains process pipe and piping systems within the refinery.
- Selects, installs, and removes various pipe, and piping systems, fittings, gaskets, tubing, and valves.
- Repairs and replaces flanges and performs maintenance on leaking pipes. Follows safety and work permits to tie into existing lines, vessels, or tanks.
- Uses hand and power tools to complete assigned work tasks.
- Uses precision measuring and alignment tools to ensure proper alignment.
- Demonstrates the ability to read and interpret basic schematics, blueprints, and drawings.
- Follows guidelines and procedures to ensure that equipment is working in a safe and reliable manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.
Qualifications
You may receive communication from Valero by email, telephone, or home mail regarding the status of your application for this position.
All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero's policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at
Valero's employees are the heart of its success, and there is a reason why the company is an employer of choice in the fuels manufacturing and marketing industry. It's not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it's also the caring and committed culture of the organization that makes everyone feel like they're truly part of a team. For more information visit Valero.com.
Valero is an EEO / AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race / ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate / range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero's market specific salary rate / range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.
