Pipe Leaderman

Bollinger Shipyards; Lockport (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards in Lockport, LA, is looking for a Pipe Leaderman to oversee the fitting, welding, and testing of piping components on assigned vessels. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of craft-specific experience and know how to interpret construction drawings while ensuring adherence to marine practices. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential in this role that focuses on quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of craft-specific experience performing fitting/welding of piping functions.
• Ability to interpret standard construction drawings.
• Basic knowledge of welding-specific processes and techniques.
• Familiarity with standard marine practices and general construction specifications.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct the workforce in system testing, fitting, welding and piping components for assigned vessels.
• Interpret standard construction drawings to guide fitting and welding tasks.
• Ensure adherence to welding specific processes and techniques.
• Maintain familiarity with standard marine practices.
• Communicate effectively with other supervisors to ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Proficiency in fitting and welding piping components

Ability to interpret and apply construction drawings and specifications

Knowledge of welding techniques and marine construction practices

Effective leadership and team management skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: Pipe Leaderman

Location: Lockport, LA

Position Overview

A Pipe Leaderman is responsible for directing the workforce in the successful fitting, welding and system testing of all piping components of assigned vessels. The ideal candidate must have substantial experience and be proficient in interpreting construction drawings, welding processes, and marine practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the workforce in system testing, fitting, welding and piping components for assigned vessels.


• Interpret standard construction drawings to guide fitting and welding tasks.


• Ensure adherence to welding specific processes and techniques.


• Maintain familiarity with standard marine practices and general specifications for construction.


• Communicate effectively with other supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and coordination.


• Focus on quality, production, safety, and environmental aspects of work being performed.


• Monitor and inspect the quality of work to ensure it meets company and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of craft-specific experience performing fitting/welding of piping functions.


• Ability to interpret standard construction drawings.


• Basic knowledge of welding-specific processes and techniques.


• Familiarity with standard marine practices and general construction specifications.


• Strong communication skills and ability to work well with other supervisors.


• Strong focus on quality, production, safety, and environmental aspects of work.

Skills And Abilities

• Proficiency in fitting and welding piping components.


• Ability to interpret and apply construction drawings and specifications.


• Knowledge of welding techniques and marine construction practices.


• Effective leadership and team management skills.


• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.