Technician - Pipeline Services at JP SERVICES in Houston, TX

The Field Technician – Make Ready, Rig-Up, Bolt-Up & Torquing will assist with preparing, assembling, aligning, bolting, and torquing flanged connections on pipeline construction, fabrication, testing, and maintenance projects. This includes proper setup, operation, care, and storage of company equipment while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

This position reports to the Foreman or Supervisor and works with field crews to execute projects safely and efficiently. The employee must be dependable, professional, self-motivated, willing to learn, and able to work in demanding field conditions.

Provide day-to-day support for pipeline construction, fabrication, rig-up, testing, cleaning, and commissioning activities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with rig-up and rig-down of piping systems, hoses, manifolds, valves, fittings, and equipment used in pipeline operations.
• Perform make-ready activities, including preparing flanged connections for assembly, inspection, and testing.
• Assist with flange alignment, gasket installation, stud and bolt placement, and bolt-up activities.
• Use approved torque specifications, tightening sequences, and procedures under appropriate supervision.
• Assist with hydraulic torque wrenches, pneumatic and manual torque tools, impact wrenches, and specialized bolting equipment.
• Inspect flange faces, gaskets, studs, nuts, and other components for cleanliness, damage, correct rating, and suitability before installation.
• Assist in preparing systems for hydrostatic or pneumatic testing, cleaning, and commissioning.
• Identify, organize, load, unload, inspect, and properly store company tools, materials, and equipment.
• Coordinate with technicians, Foremen, and Supervisors to complete work safely and according to project schedules.
• Follow company and customer safety requirements, including PPE, line-of-fire, pinch-point, lifting, stored-energy, and pressure-safety precautions.
• Assist with torque records, equipment inspections, job safety analyses, and other required documentation.
• Report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, material discrepancies, and quality concerns promptly.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and protect company assets.
• Cross-train and support other JP Services service lines, including pipeline testing and cleaning, as operational needs require.
• Demonstrate teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and a commitment to meeting customer expectations.
• Previous experience in pipeline construction, fabrication, rig-up, flange bolt-up, and hydraulic torquing is preferred.
• Experience rigging up and assembling piping systems, hoses, manifolds, valves, and equipment for pipeline testing, cleaning, and commissioning is preferred.
• Experience with flange alignment, gasket installation, stud and bolt installation, and proper tightening and torquing procedures is preferred.
• Familiarity with hydraulic torque wrenches, pneumatic tools, impact wrenches, and specialized bolting equipment is a plus.
• Ability to read basic piping drawings, identify flange sizes and pressure ratings, and understand mechanical assembly requirements is beneficial.
• Experience in pipeline hydrostatic testing, chemical cleaning, industrial flushing, or related services is a plus.
• Pipeline construction, industrial mechanical, pipefitting, or similar trade experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability and willingness to learn company procedures, customer specifications, and applicable safety requirements.
• Candidates with mechanical aptitude, hands-on rig-up experience, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass client-required drug testing and background screening.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the United States and work in remote locations for extended periods.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and night shifts as projects require.
• Ability to work safely with hand tools, power tools, hydraulic equipment, and heavy mechanical components.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions, measurements, and equipment specifications.
• Strong verbal communication skills, teamwork, and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, kneeling, climbing, and prolonged standing.
• Ability to safely handle tools and materials using assistance or mechanical lifting equipment when required.
• Ability to pass a fit-for-duty assessment consistent with job responsibilities.
• Ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, wet, and other challenging conditions.
• Dependable attendance, positive attitude, safety awareness, and willingness to assist across JP Services service lines.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education, Certifications/Licenses, Experience:

• Previous experience in pipeline construction, fabrication, rig-up, flange bolt-up, and hydraulic torquing is preferred.
• Experience rigging up and assembling piping systems, hoses, manifolds, valves, and equipment for pipeline testing, cleaning, and commissioning is preferred.
• Experience with flange alignment, gasket installation, stud and bolt installation, and proper tightening and torquing procedures is preferred.
• Familiarity with hydraulic torque wrenches, pneumatic tools, impact wrenches, and specialized bolting equipment is a plus.
• Ability to read basic piping drawings, identify flange sizes and pressure ratings, and understand mechanical assembly requirements is beneficial.
• Experience in pipeline hydrostatic testing, chemical cleaning, industrial flushing, or related services is a plus.
• Pipeline construction, industrial mechanical, pipefitting, or similar trade experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability and willingness to learn company procedures, customer specifications, and applicable safety requirements.
• Candidates with mechanical aptitude, hands-on rig-up experience, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass client-required drug testing and background screening.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the United States and work in remote locations for extended periods.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and night shifts as projects require.
• Ability to work safely with hand tools, power tools, hydraulic equipment, and heavy mechanical components.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions, measurements, and equipment specifications.
• Strong verbal communication skills, teamwork, and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, kneeling, climbing, and prolonged standing.
• Ability to safely handle tools and materials using assistance or mechanical lifting equipment when required.
• Ability to pass a fit-for-duty assessment consistent with job responsibilities.
• Ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, wet, and other challenging conditions.
• Dependable attendance, positive attitude, safety awareness, and willingness to assist across JP Services service lines.