Pipefitter, Level 4

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Full Time Hourly Full-Time Technical Manitowoc, WI, US

Salary Range: $31.05 To $35.77 Hourly

Pipe fitters are expected to do all piping related functions associated with boat building. This includes, but is not limited to building and/or installing systems such as: fresh water, salt water, black water, gray water, bilge and deck drainage, finish plumbing, HVAC and any other systems during the entire construction phase and any jobs as may be requested by the owners at the time of delivery.

They must be able to test, troubleshoot and repair any plumbing related systems.

Department:
Mechanical

Reports to:

Mechanical Systems Manager

Must be able to work comfortably with copper, PVC, aluminum, copper nickel, stainless tubing as well as expensive materials such as sinks, faucets, showers, toilets, insulation materials, adhesives, assorted fasteners, hardware, various appliances and pieces of equipment commonly used in luxury yachts.

Must have the ability to safely and properly operate equipment such as table saw, band saw, drill press and an assortment of hand and power tools and other tools required in the pipe fitting trade. Each person must directly supply their own hand tools per the attached tool list and must have them available in the yard and in working order throughout their employment period.

Pipe fitters are categorized into four skill levels. Advancement is based on skill, performance, and the company’s ongoing need.

Employees in this level are expected to demonstrate a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and a willingness to perform basic support tasks.

• Assist plumbers with tool setup
• Learn tool safety and proper PPE use
• Develop proficiency in blueprint reading with a skilled plumber
• Perform basic layout work
• Willingness to complete Spears CPVC glue training
• Willingness to train on Pro-press tools with a level 4 pipefitter
• Assist with running deck drains
• Assist with roughing in black and gray water piping
• Assist with fresh and tech water piping
• Assist with HVAC chilled water piping
• Support setup, cleanup and organizing materials for individual jobs
• Build pipe brackets, layout and install
• Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and policies that can be given either orally or in written form

• Read and write in English
• Use decimal or fractional tape measure
• Physical strength to perform work standing, bending, squatting, kneeling and climbing
• Work with hands and arms overhead for extended periods
• Possess willingness and ability to learn new jobs and take instructions
• Be flexible and willing to work various shift schedules as required

Employees should demonstrate advancement in trade knowledge, broader skill set, and consistent quality of work.

• Perform all skill level 1 duties and responsibilities
• Perform advanced layout work
• Proficient in blueprint reading
• Assist with pipe testing of all systems
• Install deck drain systems according to BBC prints
• Install fresh and tech water systems
• Install HVAC circulating water systems
• Install compressed air and hydraulic piping
• Install and connect plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets and valves
• Assist with fire suppression systems
• Assist with refit and repair plumbing systems
• Possess knowledge of all types of fittings, applications and proper pipe sizes for specific applications
• Possess the ability and willingness to guide at least one level 1 plumber

• All skill level 1 qualifications and requirements
• Possess a background consistent with requirements for skill level 2

Employees should consistently produce high quality work and work independently with little supervision. They must have thorough knowledge of how other trades interface with their department.

• Perform all skill level 1 and 2…