Instrument Fitter - Tubing Technician

Job Details: Job Location: Sugar Land, TX - Sugar Land, TX, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Mako Industries is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Instrument Fitter / Tubing Technician to install, assemble, and maintain instrumentation systems and tubing on industrial sites. This role involves precise work with small bore tubing, fittings, valves, and instruments to ensure leak-free and efficient performance in line with project specifications and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, and tubing layouts to perform installations.

Install, bend, and route small bore tubing (typically 1/4” to 1”) using hand or power tools.

Assemble and install instrumentation equipment, including transmitters, gauges, and analyzers.

Use proper techniques for Swagelok, Parker, or other compression fittings to ensure leak-free connections.

Conduct hydrostatic or pneumatic pressure testing on tubing systems.

Work closely with Instrument Technicians, Electricians, and Engineers to ensure seamless system integration.

Ensure all work complies with HSE (Health, Safety & Environmental) policies and quality standards.

Maintain accurate records of installations, modifications, and maintenance activities.

Report any defects, unsafe conditions, or non-conformities promptly.

Qualifications:
Proven experience as an Instrument Fitter / Tubing Technician in industrial, process, or offshore environments.
Ability to read and understand technical drawings, including P&IDs, loop diagrams, and tubing isometrics.
Skilled in manual and hydraulic tube bending, cutting, deburring, and flaring.
Knowledge of instrument fittings, valves, and supports, including Swagelok, Parker, or equivalent systems.
Understanding of process instrumentation and control systems.
Familiarity with HSE (Health, Safety & Environmental) standards and industry best practices.
Valid passport required – this is an offshore position and may involve international travel or deployment.
Offshore certifications/credentials are a plus (such as BOSIET/FOET, HUET, offshore medical, or other client/site-specific requirements). Candidates who do not currently hold all required offshore credentials may be considered, as Mako Industries may assist with obtaining the necessary certifications for qualified candidates.
Physically fit and able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in challenging offshore environments when required.
Willing and able to work offshore on a rotational or project-based schedule.