Pipefitter Leader; Expert

Overview

You will serve as a PIPEFITTER LEADER (EXPERT) in the DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY and work at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard, and Intermediate Maintenance Facility.

Hourly: $30.11 to $50.37 per hour.

• Lead a group of pipe fitters and ensure work assignments are completed.
• Install, modify, fabricate, and repair shipboard pipe systems and equipment, including low and high pressure air, water, and steam systems.
• Mentor, train, and instruct Pipe Shop employees in a wide range of pipe fitting duties.
• Inspect completed and in-progress work for quality workmanship and adherence to requirements, specifications, standards, plans, and schedules.
• Perform maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, installation, modification, and testing in the shop and aboard ships.
• Research to continually improve trade processes and keep shop personnel apprised of new technologies, procedures, best practices, and tooling improvements.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to pass E-Verify.
• Remotely eligible:
  No.
• Telework eligible:
  No.
• Travel required:
  
  Occasional travel. You may be expected to travel for this position.
• Relocation expenses reimbursed:
  Yes.
• Appointment type:
  Multiple.
• Work schedule:
  
  Full-time.
• Supervisory status:
  No.
• Security clearance:
  Other.
• Drug test:
  No.
• Financial disclosure:
  No.
• Bargaining unit status:
  Yes – This is a bargaining unit position.
• Prerequisite:
  Must be able to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds.

• Ability to interpret instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading.
• Ability to lead or supervise.
• Ability to plan and organize the work.
• Ability to work with others.
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

All application documents must be submitted through USAJOBS and include a complete resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation. A cover letter is optional.

Click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Complete the application package and submit by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on 10/13/2026.

Department of Navy EIC
Email: doneicy.mil
Address: DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
Washington Navy Yard
Washington, DC 20003
US

After the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements.

The Federal hiring process is fair and transparent. Please review the guidance on equal opportunity, financial suitability, privacy act, selective service, and social security number request.

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