Pipefitter
Are you interested in learning a new trade, but don't have experience yet? Or do you have plumbing and / or HVAC experience and are looking for a career with opportunities to grow? Apply today! No experience required. As long as you are eager and willing to learn, we will provide training and opportunities for you to excel as a Pipefitter.
Some of the benefits we provide to you include :
- Paid Training
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Prescription coverage
- 401K plan
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Commuter / Van Services / Ripta
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
- Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities
Pipefitter Responsibilities :
Fabricate and install the piping systems that will carry the ship's liquids and gasses at various pressures. Pipefitters use measurement, fit-up bending, and installation skills and techniques to comply with tight tolerances. Familiarity with pipe bending requirements, bolting and welding pipe hangers to support systems & pipe detail fabrication is helpful. Duties include :
Pipe fit-up which may involve welded joints, silver brazed joints or mechanically fastened jointsWorking with very small tubing to very large diameter pipingWorking with various systems including hydraulic, lube oil, high and low pressure air, high and low pressure steam, sea water, chilled water, and potable waterGrooming systems to prepare for Company, Navy and Government inspectionsCutting pipe using saws and pipe cutters and fit pipe using consumable insertsCleaning and maintaining cleanliness of piping componentsThis position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.
Qualifications
Required :
High school diploma or equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experienceAvailable to work all shiftsAbility to work at heights, confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as requiredIndividuals are required to possess their own basic hand toolsPreferred :
Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functionsPipefitting, plumbing, HVAC experience or trainingExperience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environmentMetal fabrication experience and military shipbuilding experienceVocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programsRelated Military / Navy experienceSkills
Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goalsPhysical Qualifications
Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes
Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Wet