Helper Pipeyard

Texas Pipe and Supply Company is a leading distributor of Carbon and Stainless Pipe, Fittings, and Flanges.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pipe Yard Helper is responsible for supporting safe and efficient yard operations, including assisting forklift operators with loading and unloading trucks, moving and organizing pipe and materials, verifying inventory, and maintaining accurate product information using tablets and the company’s ERP system.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow verbal and hand-signal instructions to safely identify and move pipe and other products
• Assist forklift operators with loading and unloading trucks
• Verify product type, heat numbers, quantities, dimensions, and other identifying information
• Perform physical inventory validation by comparing material to ERP records, tags, and shipping documentation
• Use company-issued tablets to access the ERP system and record or verify inventory information
• Complete inventory transactions and updates as required, including product movements, locations, and quantities
• Scan barcodes or product identification when applicable
• Report inventory discrepancies, damaged material, missing product, or incorrect locations to the appropriate supervisor
• Assist with receiving and shipping activities, including verifying products against orders and documentation
• Maintain accurate product identification and ensure materials are stored in designated locations
• Maintain organized yard locations to support efficient product movement and retrieval
• Install strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage during transportation
• Perform painting, stenciling, sandblasting, coating, or other product preparation activities as assigned
• Observe all safety precautions and always wear appropriate PPE
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned work areas
• Crosstrain on alternate assignments and perform duties in other work areas as needed
• Report equipment, material, inventory, or safety issues to the appropriate supervisor
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or manager

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours and weekends (normal schedule: 50 hrs.)
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Stable work history, preferably in an industrial environment
• Reliable transportation
• Commitment to always working safely and following company policies and procedures
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Basic computer/tablet skills and ability to learn company ERP system functions
• Ability to accurately read product descriptions, tags, heat numbers, quantities, and other identifying information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift and stack objects up to 50 lbs. occasionally and frequently exert 10 to 20 lbs. of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
• Work involves long periods of standing, walking, kneeling, and reaching; may also include climbing ladders and stairs
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain
• Must be able to safely work around heavy equipment, trucks, forklifts, and industrial material