Pipefitter

Tradesmen International, Inc.•Newport News, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Pipefitters for projects located in or around Newport News, VA. This is a first shift opportunity, and the pay rate is up to $35/hour based on experience plus $140/per diem to Travelers 75+ miles from the Jobsite. If you are a Pipefitter and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

Requirements

Three or more years of experience as a Marine, Commercial Nuclear, or Petro/Chem First Class Pipefitter
Experience with pipe fabrication, installation, repair, and testing
Ability to read and work from specifications and drawings
Experience using pipe threading machines, bending machines, drill presses, and brazing equipment
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Must be able to pass a hair follicle drug test

Responsibilities

Remove, repair, target, lay out, fabricate, install, and test marine piping systems onboard ships in various stages of repair and modernization
Install various types and sizes of pipes, supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders according to specifications
Plan installations and repairs to avoid obstructions and interference with other trades
Repair and replace shipboard piping systems including auxiliary salt water, fire main, potable water, hydraulic, compressed air, fuel oil, lube oil, and engine exhaust systems
Use shop equipment including table saws, pipe threading machines, bending machines, drill presses, and brazing equipment
Bend, cut, thread, shape, fabricate, and install pipe according to job specifications
Conduct pressure testing of piping installations
Check and adjust controls, gauges, and valves to achieve proper flow and pressure