Pipe Fitters are responsible for installing these complex systems together on the ship and in the shop: more than 23 miles of pipe are installed on a submarine, and more than 230 miles of pipe are installed on a carrier. As a pipe fitter, you will learn to read blueprints, fabricate, install, inspect, and test the many piping systems onboard a ship. In your first few weeks at the company you will attend a Fundamentals of Piping Fitting class where you will receive important information needed for you to perform you job. During your career you will also receive other training need to enhance your knowledge of the job. Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries offers competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits including an on-site health center, 401K company match, employee discounts, and more. Check out this video to learn more: https://youtu.be/PDmmN1KCt0w?si=wI7dwxgR2WFR6YTm
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees