Pipefitter JM1

SOUTHCOAST WELDING • Chesapeake, VA

8d

About The Position

The Pipefitter JM 1 modifies, installs, and tests Piping Systems on Navy Ships and other Marine Vessels.

Requirements

• Has some knowledge of Piping System
• Must be able to properly set up brazing/cutting equipment onboard a ship
• Able to operate basic equipment, grinders /sawzall
• Must be Silver Brazed Certified
• Must have a minimum of 1-2 years of ship repair experience and qualifications.
• Must be able to speak and understand Basic English
• Able to climb ladders and work off scaffolding
• Able to lift, carry, and or push up to 50lbs. throughout the shift (including overtime)
• Communication Proficiency
• Flexibility (Job duties & schedule)
• Work well with others in all areas where SCW&M is performing work
• Follow verbal/written instructions
• Able to work with supervision
• Teamwork orientation
• Must follow all Safety and Company Policies

Responsibilities

• Ability to read and fabricate piping off blueprints with assistance
• Ability to accomplish Piping modifications and new installations with experienced journeymen and supervision
• Ability to learn all types of testing
• Ability to learn to bend and threading of piping
• Set up all phases of Hot Work
• Ability to Silver Braze
• Must adhere to a promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensure that employees assigned with Firewatch duties are in place and ready prior to begin hot work
• Fill out Job JSA forms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees