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Ironworker Helper

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The jobsite located in Vidor, TX has an opening for a Ironworker Helper.

Our Team

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries.

OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries.

Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects.

OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement.

This enables clients to have a ''one stop shop'' for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems.

OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

What You Will Do

Some core responsibilities for an ironworker helper include:



* Assemble and secure structural supports according to specifications


* Practical knowledge of structural steel assembly and installation


* Use of tools to adjust and fasten steel beams


* Lifting and moving heavy equipment and materials using mechanical equipment


* Attaching loads using chains, slings, cables, hooks, and other related equipment


* Able to manually handle and securely apply rigging equipment


* Attach and detach loads effectively


* Able to effectively communicate with the rigging team (other riggers and crane operator)


* Must be familiar with the standard crane hand signals


* Must be able to assess weights of loads and equipment needed to lift safely

We expect all field employees to:



* Actively participate in a strong safety culture


* Recognize safety hazards and risks


* Participate in onsite safety meetings


* Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures


* Be aware of changing conditions on an active jobsite


* Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work


* Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment

Some physical demands of being an ironworker helper include:



* Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including extreme heat and humidity, extreme cold, and high elevations.


* Must be able to work on elevated platforms and maintain balance when stepping on narrow platforms such as beams and pipes.

Must be able to perform these activities while wearing an approved full-body harness and lanyard.


* Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbs


* Standing for extended periods of time up to 11 hours per day.

Breaks are given in 2.5 hour intervals


* Moving the entire body.

Considerable use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, ...




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