Pipefitter I, II, III

Prism Maritime•Chesapeake, VA

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Summary of duties – Pipefitter (levels I, II, III) with limited supervision, performs variety of skilled mechanical duties involving general fitting piping systems on vessels, burning/brazing, testing and sketching piping systems. Operates equipment for assembly and installation; performs preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery; records work performed and follows specified safety policies and procedures. May be assigned the duties and responsibilities of other positions for which qualifications are met. Periodically required to lift/move equipment up to and including 50 pounds.

Requirements

HS diploma or GED may be required depending on varying contract stipulations
Apprenticeship or Welding trade school with six months practical experience or one year of practical relatable experience (Level I)
Apprenticeship or applicable trade school with three years, or four years practical related experience (Level II)
Apprenticeship or applicable trade school with six years practical experience, or 8 years related experience (Level III)
Certificate documentation required for listed education
Certification documentation in areas of expertise
Fire watch certification
Clearance up to secret level may be required
Lifting/moving up to and including 50 pounds
Routinely climbing several flights of stairs
Performing tasks in confined spaces

Responsibilities

Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part, with minimal supervision, to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements
Ability to work in a shop setting as well as onboard a ship.
Ability to work in tight and/or confined spaces.
Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications
Know the basic tools required and their uses
Identification of piping by class, schedule, size, and the systems in which they are used.
Know types of bevels, backing rings, consumable inserts (E/B ring), open roots, saddles, and miters.
Layout, fabricate, assemble, install and maintain piping, piping systems, fixtures and equipment.
Works with steam, water, air, fuel, lube oil, sea water, and various chemicals.
Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
Experience with SMAW and GTAW for tacking purposes of piping, hangers, brackets, and other items to support on-site installations.
Assembles piping by means of welding, brazing, soldering, threading, lock ringing and bolting.
Cuts and bores holes in structures, decks, bulkheads, and walls by use of torch, handheld, or other power tools.
Maintains cleanliness of the work area
Responsible for training/oversite of junior personnel
Overtime is routinely required but not guaranteed
Travel outside the local area may be required
Perform any other assignments or tasks as needed or requested by management to assist in accomplishing the organization’s mission, objectives and goals. Including the periodic oversight of junior less skilled Welders as applicable.