A Class Pipe Fitter EB (Contractor)

austalusa; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA in Mobile, AL is seeking a Class Pipe Fitter to join a team of skilled tradespeople aboard marine vessels. You will read drawings, cut, bend, and install piping, ensuring leaks are tested and systems are secure, while upholding safety and quality standards.

As a strong team player with a mechanical aptitude, you will follow directions, develop colleagues, and contribute to on-time vessel delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year as B-class pipe fitter or 2 years in a similar role.
• Pass the A Class pipe fitters tests; written 70% and practical 90%.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and knowledge of ship terminology.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints and specifications to determine layout requirements.
• Cut openings for pipe in walls, floors and ceilings using hand or power tools or machines.
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipe to required shape using hand and power tools.
• Test system for leaks using testing equipment.
• Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system using hand and power tools.
• Install pipe systems on board vessels in a safe and productive manner.
• Safely rig equipment following OSHA requirements.
• Inspect work and initiate corrective actions.

Skills

Read drawings

Cut openings

Measure and cut pipe

Bend pipe

Test for leaks

Install clamps/hangers

Marine vessel knowledge

Job description

REPORTS TO:

Supervisor -" A " Class Pipe Fitter reports to and takes direction from a Pipe Supervisor on a daily basis

OVERALL PURPOSE

To work within a team of Pipe Fitters to achieve maximum production in minimum time, standards and quality in keeping with company policies, while maintaining a positive and motivated team environment.

SUMMARY

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability desired.

The individual must have working knowledge of procedures, strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow directions. The individual must possess e xperience in the trade, knowledge of ship terminology, ability to interpret engineering drawings. The individual must demonstrate ability to interpret job specifications and perform work on marine vessels.

Must be able to follow directions and work with limited supervision. Must be willing to develop other team members skill levels.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints and specifications to determine layout requirements


• Cut openings for pipe in walls, floors and ceilings using hand or power tools or machines


• Ability to Measure, cut, thread and bend pipe to required shape using hand and power tools


• Test system for leaks using testing equipment


• Clean and maintain pipe units and fittings and flush system


• Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system using hand and power tools


• Ability to install pipe systems on board vessels in a safe and productive manner.


• Ability to safely rig equipment following all OSHA requirements.


• Inspection of work, identification of potential problems, initiation of corrective actions.


• Increase awareness of Quality procedures within department


• Ensure correct work procedures adhered to.


• Perform as a productive working team member that meets daily goals set by the supervisor.


• Continuously improve communications and flexibility within the team.


• Help build the team environment.


• Build pride of workmanship and quality through on job training.


• Contribute towards innovation / productivity improvements.


• Assist in the control of waste elimination, e.g. materials, consumables etc.


• Assist supervisor to maintain control of department equipment and its maintenance.


• Prepared to Step up as supervisor when required


• Must have full set of personal tools


• Work towards the team goal of delivering the vessel on time.


• Always be ready to start shift on time


• Follow Austal guidelines and procedures


• Do not leave job early or return late from break times


• Ensure work area is left clean, all equipment and tools are stowed away safely and protected against damage

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

1 year minimum work experience as a B-class pipe fitter at Austal or 2 years experience in a similar role at comparative employer.

Pass the \"A\" Class pipe fitters tests; written with a minimum score of 70% and practical with a minimum score of 90%.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

Ability to write simple correspondence.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and measure using the metric system.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Ability to deal with problems that may arise in certain situations.

LIAISES WITH

Supervisors

Foremen

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES

US Citizenship or Certificate of Naturalization is required

Must be Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit.

Specific physical requirements include but are not limited to the following:

• Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel. Perform prolonged standing. Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis.


• Lift/push/pull 50lbs on an occasional basis. Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis.


• Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps).


• Ability to work at heights above 12' while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts.


• Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead).


• Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment.


• Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles.