PIPE FITTER

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.

Newport News (VA)

On-site

USD 57,000 - 85,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. in Newport News, VA is seeking a pipefitter to support the shipyard's utility piping networks, including steam, compressed air, water and gases.

The role covers layout, fabrication, assembly, installation and maintenance of piping systems across piers and buildings, with exposure to heat, noise and heavy equipment. Candidates must meet physical demands, including climbing and lifting 40 lbs, and must pass a respirator fit test.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to work at extreme heights or in small confined spaces.
  • Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop and climb.
  • Must be able to lift 40 lbs and pass a respirator fit test.
  • Must be able to work the assigned shift as production needs.
  • Trades school training and a journeyman license are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Lay out, fabricate, assemble, install and maintain piping and piping systems.
  • Support steam, compressed air, city water, gases, sewer and related systems.
  • Work may be on piers, docks, shops, plants or trenches with emphasis on safety and quality.

Skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
Trades school training

Tools

Journeyman plumbing license

Job description

US Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements:No

Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range:$57,283.20 to$85,196.80

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

The Role

The specific assignment is for a pipefitter to work on the shipyard’s utility infrastructure piping systems that may include steam, compressed air, city water, gases, sewer, etc. Piping may be located on or in piers, docks, shops, plants, buildings, trenches, tunnels, etc. The job may involve exposure to extreme weather and other environmental conditions encountered in shipbuilding and manufacturing including noise, fumes, chemicals, moving and energized machines, cranes, and systems. The work includes layout, fabrication, assembly, installation, and the maintenance of piping and piping systems, appurtenances, and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, and industrial processing systems, on the basis of knowledge or system operation and study of building plans or working drawings. Candidate will be expected to place high priorities on safety and quality-workmanship.

Must Have

Candidates must able to work at extreme heights or small confined spaces. Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb. Must be able to lift 40 lbs and must take and pass a respirator fit test. Must be able to work assigned shift as production needs.

Nice to Have

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Trades school training, familiarity with plumbing and mechanical codes, and Journeyman’s plumbing license is highly desirable
Experience in the installation and repair of live mechanical piping systems
Depending on area, specific technical, medical and physical requirements may apply, such as radiation worker; grade A cleanliness or asbestos worker qualifications
Ability to read and accurately follow written, oral and graphic instructions
Solid skills in power and hand tools
Have the ability to work a variable work schedule including overtime

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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