PIPE FITTER - ENTRY LEVEL
Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA
•$57,283 - $62,067•Onsite
About The Position
Pipe fitters install complex piping systems on ships and in the shop. The role involves learning to read blueprints and to fabricate, install, inspect, and test the many piping systems onboard ships. New employees attend a Fundamentals of Piping Fitting class during their first few weeks, with additional training provided during their career to enhance job knowledge.
Requirements
- Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn.
- Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
- Must be able to pass a physical agility test.
- Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis.
- Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
- Must be able to perform overhead work.
- Must be able to work overtime as needed.
- Must be able to be clean-shaven to wear a respirator.
- Must be able to perform work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to work at extreme heights.
- Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces.
- Must be willing to work any shift.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Install piping systems on ships and in the shop.
- Learn to read blueprints.
- Fabricate, install, inspect, and test shipboard piping systems.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Weekly paychecks
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Medical benefits, including an on-site health center
- 401(k) company match
- Employee discounts
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices
- Telemedicine
- Wellness resources
- Employee assistance programs
- Savings plan options
- Financial education and planning tools
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
- Educational and training programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
