Job Description
A pipefitter first class is responsible for removing, repairing, targeting, laying out, fabricating, installing, and testing marine piping systems such as Auxiliary Salt Water, Fire Main, Potable Water, Hydraulic, Compressed Air, Fuel Oil, Lube Oil, Engine Exhaust etc. in accordance with work item specifications, NAVSEA/Military standards and drawings or other regulatory body standards such as ABS, Military Sealift Command, etc. Repair and fabrication include the use of various shop equipment such as table saws, pipe threading machines, bending machines (power as well as hand operated), drill presses and brazing equipment.
Candidate Requirements:
- Read and interpret blueprints and install all piping systems aboard ship.
- Perform shop prefab on piping systems using blueprints.
- Knows and understands tag out procedures for piping systems.
- Be able to sil-braze.
- Knowledgeable on pipe bending and able to bend piping manually or by machine.
- Knowledge of P-1 and Level 1 piping systems.
- Ability to hydrostatic test piping systems.
- Ability to fit and install mechanically attached fittings.
- Ability to thread piping and to tap holes to proper sizes.
- Ability to prep piping for welding using grinders or beveling machines and know/understand different types of bevels.
- Fit/install backing rings, E.B. rings.
- Install pipe hangers/supports IAW applicable hanger drawings.
- Knowledge of various types of pipe and fitting materials.
- Knowledge of MIL-STD777.
- Knowledge of valve types and properly packing of valves.
- Ability to properly fit flanged joints.
- Ability to set up and perform hot water flushing on sil-braze piping systems.
- Knowledge of bolting requirements.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Pipe Fitter in a shipyard environment, on Navy vessels.
- Must be DBIDs eligible
- US Citizen
Job Types: Contract, Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $31.00per hour
Ameri-Force Benefits
As part of the Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. Our competitive benefits package includes:
- Industry Leading Pay
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Short Term Disability Benefits
- Term Life Benefits
- Referral Bonuses
- 401K
- Referral Bonuses are available for specific jobs only
About Ameri-Force
Since 1991, Ameri-Force has been a leader in skilled trades staffing, offering a people-focused approach that provides competitive advantages for our clients and rewarding career opportunities for our contract employees. Leveraging our deep expertise in maritime, manufacturing, aerospace, industrial, and energy sectors, we ensure a seamless experience by efficiently managing federal and state taxes, unemployment, and worker’s compensation. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, tailored to meet the needs of our workforce. Join Ameri-Force and be part of a company that values your success.
Learn more at ameriforce.com
- Note: The specific duties, skills and qualifications may vary depending on the company’s requirements and the nature of the tasks performed at the site. Employees must be willing to make reasonable adjustments to their tasks depending on the requirements of the client. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
