Pipe Fitter 1/C

East Coast Repair and Fabrication•Jacksonville, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: A pipefitter who has 4 or more years of experience with laying out, assembling, installing, and maintaining pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating , sprinkling, and industrial production and processing systems as required for new construction or maintenance, applying knowledge of system operation and following blueprints with the use of occasional supervision and while always adhering to industry safety standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 4 or more years of related experience in field or equivalent combination of education and experience in field
Ability to gain access to military installations
Must pass drug test and background check
Replace existing piping systems to original design and pressure requirements
Install new piping systems using NavSea Drawings and Tech Manuals
Effective planning and layout skills to minimize material waste
Advance use of power tools and machinery associated with pipe fitting
Advanced level of skill in blueprint reading and material requirements
Advanced knowledge of joint design and fit up requirements IAW Mil-Std 22D
Advanced knowledge of requirements for pipe bending IAW Mil-Std 1627C
Expert at setting up hydrostatic testing equipment to shipboard and shop piping systems, including trouble shooting
Thorough knowledge of QA requirements and checkpoints
Expert at recognizing and resolving problems encountered while making shipboard piping runs, i.e. interference, existing piping damage, valve leak by etc.
Expert at material requirements, pipe/fitting size identification, pressure requirements
Advanced knowledge of piping support and hanger spacing requirements
Highly motivated and able to supervise 2-3 small crews, (fitter, welder, helper, fire watches) simultaneously
Qualify as a tack welder
Ability to use and read calibrated measuring equipment, (micrometers, 0-6” dial calipers, etc.)
Advanced ability to setup and use power tools, (threader, bender, hydro pump, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of hand tools and usage
Advanced knowledge of power tool safety and inspection prior to use
Proper procedures for running gas and electrical leads, (drop test, chaffing at doors and accesses, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of piping systems and their hazards, (CHT, Fuel, O2, Hydraulics, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of system requirements such as cleaning and draining prior to breaching or opening system
OSHA and shipyard requirements prior to commencing work on any piping system
Advanced knowledge of Std Items for welding, testing, maintaining cleanliness, etc.
Advanced knowledge of NSTM Chapter 505 for piping systems
Ability to submit and initiate WAF’s
Ability to submit and PAI hot work Requirements
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and seek help with weights over 50 pounds
Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs/vertical ladders; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
This is a physically demanding position and may accommodate some physical disabilities. Physical dexterity may be required when performing walk thru and inspection of job sites. In the performance of the walk thru you will be required to transverse steep stairwells, vertical ladders and bending or stooping thru tight spaces. There may be occasional lifting of materials weighing not more than 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Qualify in Grades 4 and 5 silver braze
Qualify as MAF installer/inspector
Workmanship in piping system fitups
Good knowledge of workmanship requirements IAW Mil- Stds, (22D, 2035, 278, 248, etc.)
Ability to identify and resolve on site non-critical issues
Ability to manage and assign personnel
Ability to identify deficiencies and document on CFR
Ability to investigate and submit required reports
Exceptional attendance
Ability to work without supervision
Exceptional initiative and dedication

Responsibilities

Selects type and size of pipe, and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications
Inspects work site to determine presence of obstructions and to ascertain that holes cut for pipe will not cause structural weakness
Plans installation or repair to avoid obstructions and to avoid interfering with activities of other workers
Cuts, threads and bends pipe
Assembles and installs variety of metal and nonmetal pipes, tubes, and fittings including: iron, steel, copper and plastic
Connects pipe using threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints
Secures pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers
Installs and maintains hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipments such as pumps, and cylinders
Follows lockout/tagout procedures to shut down equipment according to OSHA requirements and company safety rules
Sets up and operates various pipe cutting, bending, and threading machinery
Bends, cuts, threads, shapes, fabricates, and installs pipe according to job specifications
Cuts and bores holes in structures such as walls and fixtures before pipe installation; attaches pipes to walls and structures
Installs various types of installation and pipe covering; removes and disposes of old coverings in line with the company hazardous waste procedures and EPA and OSHA requirements
Makes hydraulic pressure test of piping installations. Checks and adjusts controls, gauges, and valves to achieve control of flow or pressure
Inspects and maintains facility piping systems, heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning systems, water treatment and sewer systems, and burners and heaters. Reports deficiencies and corrects problems
Posts and keeps up to date records of piping systems and controls. Posts records of safety checks and inspection dates of assigned equipment
Performs other duties as assigned