Pipefitter Helper Job Description
A shipyard pipefitter helper is a support role in a shipbuilding or ship repair facility, assisting experienced pipefitters in the installation, maintenance, and repair of piping systems on vessels. This position is essential for ensuring that mechanical, hydraulic, and other fluid systems are correctly fitted and safe for operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in layout and installation: Help measure, mark, cut, thread, and assemble pipes for air, gas, water, and other systems, following blueprints and specifications interviewguy.com+1.
- Support fabrication and assembly: Install pipe supports, brackets, and hangers; assemble valves, couplings, and related components InterviewPrep.
- Maintenance and repair: Aid in disassembling and replacing damaged pipe sections; assist in cleaning and inspecting systems InterviewPrep.
- Testing and inspection: Help test installed or repaired systems for leaks or defects interviewguy.com.
- Tool and material handling: Operate hand and power tools (saws, cutters, grinders, pipe benders, threading machines) and handle heavy materials interviewguy.com+1.
- Worksite safety: Follow all safety rules, maintain a clean and organized work area, and assist in hazard inspections interviewguy.com+1.
- Team collaboration: Work alongside welders, plumbers, electricians, and other trades to complete shipyard projects interviewguy.com.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- pipefitter helper: 1 year (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
