Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is a name in the natural gas industry that has become synonymous with quality design and construction, competitive pricing, and on time delivery of processing, treating, and compression facilities.

Incorporated in 1980, OPD is still managed by its original founders whose reputation for honesty, integrity and technical excellence is unmatched in the industry. Although generally thought of as a smaller E & C firm, OPD has successfully completed several projects in excess of $500MM on a turnkey basis. In 1997, OPD became a Koch Chemical Technology Group company, which further enhanced OPD's reputation and increased its financial strength.

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 vendor with our clients. Our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work. This environment has allowed us to attract and maintain exceptional employees and build long lasting client relationships, which will help to ensure our long-term business success.

The jobsite located in Mt Belvieu, TX has an opening for an Ironworker.
What You Will Do In Your Role

Some core responsibilities for an ironworker 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 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, and bending on a regular basis.
  
  • Use hands to handle, control, and feel objects and/or tools.

The Experience You Will Bring
Requirements:

Basic Requirements:

• At least 1.5 years of experience as an ironworker

• Must follow company safety procedures and industry known best work practices

• Must be able to wear an approved full body harness and lanyard to work on highly elevated platforms and maintain balance when stepping on narrow platforms such as beams and pipes

• Knowledgeable of crane signals (hand and verbal).

• Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times.
• Must be able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week when needed by project schedule demands
• Must be able to meet all physical demands of the job

What Will Put You Ahead

Preferred Requirements:

• Communicate in English

• Previous experience in a gas plant construction environment

• NCCER Ironworker certification

• 3+ years previous experience as an ironworker