Pipefitter 1st Class Position Available In Jackson, Mississippi
Tallo's Job Summary: Chipton-Ross is seeking Pipefitter 1st Class in Pascagoula, MS, offering up to $34.00 per hour DOE for a 12-month contract. Candidates must have 3-5 years of trade experience, basic math skills, and be able to read blueprints. The position involves fabricating, assembling, and erecting metal components for marine vessels, with work potentially including different shifts and safety procedures. Contact Dylan Manning at dmanning@chiptonross.com.
Job Description
214506 – Pipefitter 1st Class
Industry
GEN
Region
MS-Mississippi
City
Pascagoula
State
MS
Rate
Up to $34.00 DOE
Duration
12 months
Description Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Pipefitter 1st Class for a contract opportunity in Pascagoula, MS.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
(REQUIRED
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
):
o Minimum 3-5 Yrs. trade experience
o Basic math, reading and comprehension skills
oRead and interpret blueprints utilizing both metric and standard measurements
oKnowledge of the layout, fit-up and fabrication of steel plate and beam.
oExperience with various trade specific tools such as: grinder, hand torch, hydraulic and ratchet jack, chain fall and/or come-a-long, combination square, framing square, hand level and plumb bob
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
First-Class Shipfitter, also referred to as a Journeyman Shipfitter or a Boilermaker, is responsible for various tools and equipment used in the fabrication, assembling and erection of metal components at the various stages in constructing a marine vessel. Shipyard production areas at times involve working at different heights, confined spaces, different weather conditions as well as multiple shifts 24 hours a day. As with most every position in the shipyard, a Shipfitter may be required to work either day or night dependent upon the number of ships under construction at any one point in time. Ingalls stresses the practice of working safely in all situations, with safety procedures meeting, and most times, exceeding industry standards.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
(DESIRED
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
):
o 6+ Yrs. marine, shipbuilding and construction experience
o Knowledge of setting and erecting units with proficiency in the use of Datum Lines
o Familiarity with fit-up, alignment tolerances and advanced blue print reading skills
REQUIRED EDUCATION
High School diploma or equivalent.
School must be accredited.
WORK HOURS
7/8’s.
1st, 2nd, 3rd shift. Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date. Contact
Dylan Manning
dmanning@chiptonross.com
CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
420 Culver Boulevard
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
Phone:
(310) 414-7800 x223 or (800) 927-9318 x223 Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please. Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check. Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations. © 2025 Chipton‑Ross Inc. All rights reserved
