Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Pipefitter with Shipyard Experience to join our dynamic construction and manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining piping systems on ships and in shipyard environments. Your expertise in pipefitting, welding, and fabrication will ensure the safe and efficient assembly of complex piping networks, including HVAC, fire sprinkler systems, and pipeline installations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on challenging projects that demand precision, technical knowledge, and adherence to strict safety standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for craftsmanship, this is the perfect role for you! Hourly pay plus$120 daily per days worked!
Duties
- Interpret construction plans, schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings to accurately assemble piping systems according to specifications.
- Cut, thread, bend, and install pipes using hand tools, power tools, pipe threading machines, and bending equipment.
- Perform welding tasks including MIG (Metal Inert Gas), FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), Stick welding, and TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding to join pipes securely while adhering to ASME codes & standards.
- Fabricate pipe components through cutting, soldering, and fitting techniques to meet project requirements.
- Install various piping systems such as plumbing, HVAC ductwork, fire sprinkler fitting, and pipeline systems on ships or within shipyard structures.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and construction plans to ensure precise installation.
- Conduct routine maintenance on piping systems and troubleshoot issues using calipers, schematics, and basic math skills.
- Follow all safety regulations including NFPA standards for fire protection systems; adhere strictly to safety protocol guidelines during all operations.
- Operate rigging equipment and use hand tools safely while maintaining awareness of power tool safety protocols.
- Collaborate with team members on construction site projects to meet deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
Skills
- Proficiency in MIG welding, FCAW welding, Stick welding, TIG welding, and pipe welding techniques.
- Strong ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and construction plans accurately.
- Mechanical knowledge of piping systems including installation methods for plumbing, HVAC systems, fire sprinkler fitting, and pipeline networks.
- Skilled in using hand tools such as calipers, pipe threaders, benders, soldering irons, and power tools safely and effectively.
- Experience with pipe threading machines and tube bending equipment essential for fabrication tasks.
- Knowledge of ASME codes & standards as well as NFPA standards related to fire protection systems.
- Ability to read basic math measurements accurately for precise fabrication and installation tasks.
- Familiarity with rigging techniques necessary for lifting heavy pipe sections safely on construction sites.
- Construction site experience working within manufacturing or shipyard environments with a focus on safety compliance.
- Strong understanding of schematics related to HVAC systems or plumbing layouts; ability to interpret technical drawings efficiently.
- Excellent problem-solving skills for troubleshooting piping issues during installation or maintenance phases.
Join us in building world-class maritime structures by applying your pipefitting expertise! We value safety first while fostering a collaborative environment where craftsmanship thrives—help us deliver excellence on every project!
Pay: $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 55.0 – 60.0 per week
Work Location: In person
