Portsmouth, VA Job Details Full-time $25 - $42 an hour 6 hours ago Qualifications Tube bending Brazing equipment Construction material handling Welders (tool) Equipment installation Unloading Pipe threaders Machine cleaning Maintenance Soldering tools Mid-level Meter installation High school diploma or GED Assembly Leak detection equipment usage Cutting torches Mechanical fittings Pipe fusion Steel Pressure testing equipment Construction material transportation Pneumatic systems Power tools Pipe cutting Pipe bending Safety standard operating procedures Hydraulics Construction cutting machine operation Hand tools Caulking Full Job Description
ARMADA INC. POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE
Pipefitter
REPORTS TO
Structural Superintendent
FLSA STATUS
Non-Exempt
PAY RANGE
$25.00-$42.00 per hour
DOE FT / PT STATUS
Full Time
LOCATION
SUMMARY Responsible for Rip out and installation of shipboard piping systems, to include fit up, targeting, welding, brazing, and testing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications. Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions. Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers. Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine. Threads pipe using threading machine. Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine. Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe. Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools. Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools. Installs pumps, meter, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping. Tests piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks. Welds pipe supports to structural steel members. Loads, transports, and unloads material, tools, equipment, and supplies. Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment. Observes and complies with all safety and project rules and all company policies and procedures Perform other related duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & ATTRIBUTES
Always attentive to detail Always alert and takes proper steps to ensure safety Ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school graduate, or
GED WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Within the shipyard, minimal exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery Some travel required
EQUIPMENT USED
Hand tools and power tools Brackets, clamps, hangers, hacksaw, pipe cutter, cutting torch, pipe cutting machine This is a general list and is not all inclusive
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
