Position Overview Reporting to the Pipe Shop Supervisor / General Foreman, the Pipefitter is responsible for cutting, shaping, fitting, and installing pipe throughout the vessels our client builds and repairs. This person makes sure pipe systems are laid out correctly, fit together properly, and are installed to meet each project's requirements. Job Duties Main responsibilities include the following. Other tasks may be added as needed.
- Read blueprints and drawings to figure out where pipe needs to go and how it should be shaped
- Measure and mark pipe and fittings so everything lines up correctly
- Cut, bend, and shape pipe using hand tools and machines
- Fit pipe sections and fittings into place, using rigging tools like jacks and clamps when needed
- Build and install supports and brackets to hold pipe systems in place
- Hold pipe and fittings together with temporary welds or fasteners before final welding
- Check finished pipe work against blueprints to make sure everything fits and lines up
- Work closely with welders, helpers, and other trades to keep jobs on schedule
- Help test pipe systems to make sure they hold up under pressure
- Flag any differences between the blueprints and what's actually happening on the job
- Keep tools and work areas in good, safe condition
Background & Experience
- Military experience in a piping, mechanical, or shipboard maintenance role (e.g., Navy Hull Maintenance Technician or similar) is a strong plus
- A high school diploma or equivalent; pipefitting trade school or apprenticeship is a plus
- At least 3 years of experience as a pipefitter, ideally in shipbuilding, ship repair, or similar industrial work
- Comfortable reading blueprints, drawings, and pipe diagrams
- Familiar with common pipefitting tools, welding basics, and different pipe materials
- Experience with Navy or Coast Guard piping standards is a plus
- Know-how with pipe bending, threading, and rigging equipment
Working Conditions
- Work happens aboard vessels, in fabrication shops, and other shipyard settings
- Some tasks involve confined spaces, ladders and platforms, and outdoor weather
- Physical work: standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting heavy pipe and materials
- Safety gear required, including hearing, eye, and head protection