Pipefitting Foreman

Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc.•Panama City, FL

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Work closely with the Pipefitter Superintendent to support the overall management of the Pipefitting Department. The role provides technical assistance and oversight to the workforce, coordinates and monitors assignments, supports production schedules and training needs, and helps maintain safe, productive operations. The position includes direct and/or indirect supervision of department employees and may involve interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work. Duties may change and may include other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalence.
Three to five years of pipefitting or plumbing experience desired.
Prior supervisory experience desired.
Working knowledge of standard pipe craft formulas, materials, and drawings.
Working knowledge of equipment, work processes, and techniques used in measuring, fitting, and tack welding steel.
Must pass an SMAW tack-welding test to become ABS certified.
Knowledge of ship terminology and OSHA standards.
Ability to read and comprehend plans in written, oral, or diagram form, and to read and understand blueprints.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram-form instructions.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from supervisors and employees.
Knowledge of safe operation and use of hand and power tools.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and read a tape measure; ability to use a cutting torch.
Behavioral attributes include integrity, ethics, flexibility/adaptability, initiative, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, safety consciousness, and multitasking.
Maintain the confidential integrity of details pertaining to Eastern Shipbuilding Group.
Physically and medically qualified to wear required personal protective equipment under OSHA standards.
Able to work at heights of at least 50 feet, from scaffolding or man-lifts, in confined spaces, and in extreme heat or cold.

Nice To Haves

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Prior supervisory experience desired.
Three to five years of pipefitting or plumbing experience desired.

Responsibilities

Assist the Superintendent in resolving day-to-day operational issues.
Assist the Superintendent in meeting production schedules and maintaining department resources and training needs.
Provide technical assistance and oversee the Pipefitting Department workforce.
Inspect piping installations for conformance with specifications.
Assign work across multiple assignments during the workday and monitor performance and productivity.
Manage employees and plan crew work to promote safety.
Perform quality assurance and sign off tested piping systems and related items in accordance with applicable plans and specifications.
Work with minimal supervision and perform other duties as assigned.
Directly and/or indirectly supervise department employees, including interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work.
Maintain regular attendance and work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Comply with Company, federal, state, and local safety, ethics, and environmental rules, regulations, and policies.