Eastern Shipbuilding Group

Overview

The Pipefitter 1/C position at Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. involves assembling, installing, and testing piping systems according to specifications and industry standards. The role requires collaboration with other crafts and adherence to safety regulations in a dynamic shipyard environment.

Responsibilities

• Regular attendance at work and the ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Comply with safety, ethics, and environmental rules while performing duties.
• Select the specified type and size of pipe, fittings, valves, etc.
• Measure and mark pipe for cutting and threading; assemble pipes, tubes, and fittings according to specifications.
• Bend pipe according to specifications.
• Install and verify the operation of high-pressure steel pipes and fittings.
• Repair and replace any damaged pipe; fabricate and install metal fittings, install supports, valves, and other control equipment.
• Test installed piping systems and install other related items in accordance with applicable plans and specifications.
• Rig and flag cranes using hand signals to move pipe safely to desired locations.
• Perform final hook-ups of systems and commissioning.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalence plus three to five years of pipefitting/plumbing experience desired.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Requires working knowledge of all standard pipe craft formulas, materials, and drawings.
• Requires working knowledge of equipment, work processes, and techniques used in measuring, fitting, and tack welding steel.
• Required to pass SMAW Tack welding test to become ABS certified.
• Requires knowledge of welding, ship terminology, and OSHA standards.
• Ability to read and comprehend written, oral, or diagram forms or plans.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors and employees.
• Knowledge of the safe operation and use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure.
• Ability to read a tape measure and use a cutting torch.