Titan Talent Development, LLC

Overview

The Pipefitter position involves the layout, fabrication, installation, alignment, and repair of marine piping systems aboard ships and submarines, ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, piping diagrams, isometric drawings, and work specifications.
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, and fit pipe using hand tools, power tools, and pipe fabrication equipment.
• Install and align piping systems for fuel, steam, hydraulic, seawater, compressed air, and potable water systems.
• Assemble and install valves, flanges, supports, hangers, and related piping components.
• Perform pipe layout, fabrication, and installation aboard vessels, in dry dock, and shipyard facilities.
• Fit-up pipe joints and ensure proper alignment prior to welding or final assembly.
• Assist with or perform pipe system pressure testing and inspection preparation.
• Support installation and removal of shipboard mechanical systems and equipment.
• Work in confined spaces, tanks, machinery rooms, and elevated shipboard areas.
• Use hand and power tools including pipe wrenches, threaders, grinders, and cutting equipment.
• Follow all shipyard safety procedures including hot work coordination, confined space entry, and PPE requirements.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards, specifications, and marine industry requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Communicate effectively with welders, shipfitters, supervisors, and other trades.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of marine, industrial, or shipyard pipefitting experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, and piping schematics.
• Experience with pipe layout, fabrication, and installation required.
• Knowledge of marine piping systems including hydraulic, fuel, steam, and seawater systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of pipe fittings, flanges, valves, and supports.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and shipboard environments.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to procedures.
• Excellent attendance, reliability, and work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Shipyard or NAVSEA experience strongly preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain access to shipyards and naval installations (DBIDS clearance may be required).

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision

Additional Information

• Full-time position averaging 48–56 hours per week, including weekends as required.
• Overtime and extended hours may be required based on production schedules and project needs.
• Flexibility and reliability are essential.
• Ability to commute to Chesapeake, VA, Norfolk, VA, and Portsmouth, VA is required.