Pipefitter, Red Seal - HSL, Local 1

Irving Shipbuilding; Halifax Regional Municipality; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading shipbuilding company as a Pipefitter - Journeyperson, where your expertise in marine and industrial pipefitting will contribute to constructing modern patrol ships for the Royal Canadian Navy. This dynamic role involves reading blueprints, fabricating pipe assemblies, and mentoring apprentices. With a commitment to safety and development, this company values your contribution and offers a supportive environment. If you have a passion for shipbuilding and meet the qualifications, this is your chance to be part of a historic project and advance your career in a thriving industry.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of marine or industrial pipefitting experience required.
• Completion of technical training and pipefitter certification essential.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and pipe details for assembly.
• Fabricate and fit pipe assemblies using various materials.

Skills

Pipefitting

Blueprint Reading

Mentoring

Physical Stamina

Education

Technical Training

Pipefitter Trade Certification

Tools

Wrenches

Pipe Benders

Cutting Tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Irving Shipbuilding is seeking a Pipefitter - Journeyperson for current opportunities.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret marine or industrial blueprints, pipe detail arrangement drawings, and work from standard and metric specifications.
• Layout, fabricate, fit up a pipe assembly including fittings, flanges, and valves utilizing various tools and equipment.
• Work with various pipe materials such as carbon steel, copper-nickel, and stainless steel along with the appropriate valves and fittings.
• Instruct and mentor apprentices.
• You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job.
• A pre-employment physical is required.
• A background check will be completed by the Employer.
• Physical effort and work conditions:
• Candidates will be required to work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms; stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in confined spaces, inclement weather, and support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate. Work may be performed indoors and outdoors. You will frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds. Occasionally, you may be required to lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Required:
  • Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training.
• Pipefitter trade certification.
• Years of Experience Required:
  • 5-8+ years of verifiable marine or industrial pipefitting experience.
• Experience working in marine/industrial industry is considered an asset.
• WHMIS certificate.

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and is a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ABOUT THE TEAM
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.