PIPE FITTER (CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)
The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range.
About the role
Pipefitters are responsible for installing complex systems together on the ship and in the shop: more than 23 miles of pipe are installed on a submarine, and more than 230 miles of pipe are installed on a carrier. As a pipefitter, you will learn to read blueprints, fabricate, install, inspect, and test the many piping systems onboard a ship. In your first few weeks at the company you will attend a Fundamentals of Pipe Fitting class where you will receive important information needed for you to perform your job. During your career you will also receive other training need to enhance your knowledge of the job.
Responsibilities
- Install, fabricate, inspect, and test complex piping systems onboard ships and in the shop.
- Read blueprints and design documents to determine how to install and maintain piping systems.
- Work at extreme heights or small confined spaces.
- Kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb as necessary.
- Lift up to 40 lbs.
- Work assigned shifts as production needs require.
Requirements
- Must have a certificate or diploma in pipefitting or a directly related field from a high school vocational program, community college, trade school, technical college, apprentice program, post-secondary institution, or military equivalent.
- Must be able to work at extreme heights or small confined spaces.
- Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb.
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Must be able to work assigned shift as production needs require.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Skills
Nice to have:
- A high school graduate or equivalent.
Benefits
See above.
Pay
$59,675.20 to $62,067.20
Schedule
Not specified.