Pipe Fitter

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Performs a variety of skilled pipe fitting tasks, including lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems. Examples of pipe systems include, but are not limited to: hydraulic, pneumatic, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, industrial production, processing systems, steam equipment, and pipe supports. This job will require the applicant to work outside in the presence of fumes, chemicals, and dust.

• Pipe components of the ship either repair or new builds are completed on time, to specifications, and within scope of the project 100% of the time.
• Completes all required company training 100% of the time and follows all company policies and procedures 100% of the time.

Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial production and processing systems. Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders.

Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints.

Attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment.

Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods, measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.

Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints.

Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications.

Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.

Cut and bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, and mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand and power tools.

Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications and using hand and power tools, install automatic controls used to regulate pipe systems.

Turn valves to shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches, remove and replace worn components.

Prepare cost estimates for clients, inspect work sites for obstructions and to ensure that holes will not cause structural weakness.

Operate motorized pumps to remove water from flooded manholes, basements, or facility floors.

Dip nonferrous piping materials in a mixture of molten tin and lead to obtain a coating that prevents erosion or galvanic and electrolytic action.

• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Conflict Resolution – Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Decision Making – Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Judgment – The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Responsible – Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
• Education – High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
• Experience – Six months to one-year related experience;
  Preferred – 5 years experience with Pipe Fitting.

Lift/Carry: 10 lbs or less – Frequently; 11-20 lbs – Frequently; 21-50 lbs – Frequently; 51-100 lbs – Not Applicable;
Over 100 lbs – Not Applicable.

Push/Pull: 12 lbs or less –…