1st Class Carbon Steel Pipe Fitter

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc.; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Carbon Steel Pipe Fitter with at least 6 months of carbon pipe fitting experience. The role involves layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems on site.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in beveling, cutting, and silver brazing per ASME requirements, and must successfully complete a hands-on pipe fitter test. Join a team focused on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of carbon pipe fitting experience.
• Ability to perform beveling, cutting, and silver brazing per ASME requirements.
• Able to pass hands-on pipe fitter test.

Responsibilities

• Perform layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems.
• Apply a bevel using a grinder with a sanding disc.
• Cut the opposing end of the pipe to saddle a pipe of the same size at a 90-degree angle.
• Perform silver brazing of a socket joint pipe in the horizontal (flat and horizontal flow) and vertical (vertical up flow) positions per ASME requirements.

Skills

Pipe fitting techniques

Tools & equipment

ASME requirements

Attention to detail

Problem solving / team work

Tools

Grinder

Job description

For nearly a century, Bollinger Shipyards has created a legacy as a leading designer and builder of high-performance marine vessels. We are renowned for delivering top-quality construction, manufacturing, and repair services with a commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated Carbon Steel Pipe Fitter with at least 6 months of carbon pipe fitting experience. The candidate will perform layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 6 months of carbon pipe fitting experience and the ability to successfully demonstrate proficiency in various hands-on pipe fitting tasks.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 6 months of carbon pipe fitting experience
• Pass a hands-on pipe fitter test by:
• Applying a bevel using grinder with a sanding disc
• Cutting the opposing end of a pipe to saddle a pipe of the same size at a 90-degree angle
• Performing silver brazing of a socket joint pipe in the horizontal (flat and horizontal flow) and vertical (vertical up flow) positions by ASME requirements

SKILLS

• Strong understanding of pipe fitting techniques and best practices
• Proficiency in using tools and equipment related to pipe fitting
• Knowledge of ASME requirements for pipe fitting
• Attention to detail and ability to perform precise work
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems
• Apply a bevel using a grinder with a sanding disc
• Cut the opposing end of the pipe to saddle a pipe of the same size at a 90-degree angle
• Perform silver brazing of a socket joint pipe in the horizontal (flat and horizontal flow) and vertical (vertical up flow) positions per ASME requirements