Pipefitters Shipyard

Pipefitter

Labor One is hiring pipe fitters for a shipyard in Pascagoula, MS. Shipyard experience is required. Housing assistance is available.

The pipefitter lays out, installs, and maintains vessels' piping systems, such as heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure and oil lines. They follow blueprints and use hand tools and shop machines. The pipefitter also cuts and bores holes in bulkheads and decks for installation of pipes. They operate shop machines to cut and thread pipe and pipe fittings. Pipe fitters connect pipes to fixtures and test systems for leaks, ensuring that the system meets specifications.

An experienced pipefitter will often work with an apprentice, sometimes called a tacker/helper. The position is characterized by problem solving and precision work. To be successful in this type of work, a pipefitter must be able to perceive pertinent detail in objects or blueprints. The above description is general in nature. A pipefitter may be required to perform additional duties not specifically described herein.

Typical hours for pipefitter range from 40 to 70 hours per week. It is the responsibility of the worker to provide his or her own transportation to and from the facility.

Essential functions include:

• Reading a layout to determine project requirements.
• Pre-fabricating segments of pipe in a shop setting.
• Installing piping systems onboard and within vessel modules.
• Testing installed systems to ensure specifications utilizing hydrostatic and other pressurized equipment.

Physical demands include standing on a continuous basis, walking occasionally, and lifting and carrying items up to 40lbs with assistance for heavier items.

Regular and predictable attendance is required. Other reasonable duties as assigned by management.

Labor One Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.