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Marine Pipefitters (54788633) in Newport News

Energy Jobline ZR, Newport News, VA, United States


Responsibilities

Marine pipefitters are assigned to remove, repair, target, layout, fabricate, install and test marine piping systems onboard ships in various stages of repair and modernization.

Installs different sizes of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.

Plans installation or repair to avoid obstructions and to avoid interfering with the activities of other workers.

Repair and replacement of ships' piping systems such as auxiliary salt water, fire main, potable water, hydraulic, compressed air, fuel oil, lube oil, engine exhaust, and more.

Necessary fabrication abilities include the use of shop equipment such as table saws, pipe threading machines, bending machines (power as well as hand operated), drill presses and brazing equipment.

Bends, cuts, threads, shapes, fabricates, and installs pipe according to job specifications.

Conducts pressure tests of piping installations. Checks and adjusts controls, gauges, and valves to achieve control of flow or pressure.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Candidate Requirements

Must have 5+ years of recent experience working in a shipyard as a pipefitter.

Must be able to pass all administered tests prior to being hired for the position.

Experience fitting carbon steel, stainless steel, and copper nickel pipe.

Must possess a good general knowledge of ship repair procedures and test requirements.

Must be able to comprehend instructions, drawings, and general correspondence.

Must be able to read blueprints.

Must have a working knowledge of ship repair terminology and ship compartment naming convention.

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

Must be physically and medically capable to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.

Must be a US

Job Type & Compensation Full-time. Pay: $35.00 per hour plus $120 per diem. Non-local only. Includes hire bonus.

Benefits

Industry Leading Pay

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Short Term Benefits

Term Life Benefits

Referral Bonuses

About Ameri-Force Since 1991, Ameri-Force has been a leader in skilled trades staffing, offering competitive advantages for clients and rewarding career opportunities for employees. The company focuses on maritime, manufacturing, aerospace, industrial, and energy sectors.

Equal Opportunity Employer Ameri-Force is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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