Marine Pipefitter

AAA-USA Inc; Cut Off (LA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid travel and lodging assistance

Long and short-term contracts

Immediate placement

PTO

Paid holidays

Health benefit

Job summary

AAA-USA Inc. seeks an experienced pipefitter for marine vessel projects. Responsibilities include laying out, fabricating, and installing copper-nickel piping systems, reading blueprints and isometrics, and preparing for welding. Travel to multiple shipyard sites is required.

The role demands hands-on work in confined spaces and on vessels, with proficiency in measuring, cutting, bending, and testing piping systems according to technical drawings and specifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of pipefitting experience, preferably marine/shipyard.
• Experience with copper-nickel piping systems (CuNi).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, isometrics, and schematics.
• Skilled in pipe measurement, layout, and fit-up.
• Proficient with hand tools, pipe benders, grinders and cutting equipment.
• Knowledge of shipyard safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, fabricate, and install CuNi piping systems per drawings and specs.
• Measure, cut, bend, and fit CuNi pipes using hand tools and power equipment.
• Install piping for seawater, cooling, and hydraulic systems.
• Perform fit-up and prep for welding or brazing processes.
• Interpret isometrics, P&IDs, and shipyard work instructions.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and shipboard environments.

Skills

Pipefitting

Blueprints reading

Isometrics

Measurement & layout

Hand tools

Tools

Pipe bending tools

Grinders

Cutting tools

Job description

Travel and relocation

Must be willing to travel/temporarily relocate to the following locations:

• Pascagoula, MS.
• Lockport, LA.
• Houma, LA.

What We Offer

• Paid Travel and lodging assistance available.
• Long and Short-Term Contracts.
• Immediate placement.
• PTO.
• Paid Holidays.
• Health Benefit.

A 1st Class Pipefitter is responsible for the layout, fabrication, installation, and repair of copper-nickel (CuNi) piping systems used in marine vessels.

Essential Functions

• Lay out, fabricate, and install CuNi (copper-nickel) piping systems according to blueprints and technical drawings.
• Measure, cut, bend, and fit CuNi pipes using hand tools and power equipment.
• Install piping systems for seawater, cooling, and hydraulic applications.
• Perform fit-up and prep work for welding or brazing processes.
• Interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, and shipyard work instructions.
• Align and secure pipes, valves, hangers, and supports in proper position.
• Conduct pressure testing and inspect piping systems for leaks and defects.
• Remove and replace damaged or worn piping components.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and shipboard environments.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and marine specifications.

Requirements

• 3+ years of pipefitting experience (marine/shipyard preferred).
• Strong experience working with copper-nickel piping systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, isometrics, and schematics.
• Skilled in pipe measurement, layout, and fit-up.
• Experience with hand tools, pipe benders, grinders, and cutting equipment.
• Knowledge of shipyard safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Ability to pass a hands-on pipefitting test.