Pipe Leaderman

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc.; Lockport (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. in Lockport, LA seeks an experienced Pipe Leaderman to direct the workforce in fitting, welding and testing piping components for marine vessels.

You will interpret construction drawings, ensure welding process adherence, and maintain alignment with marine construction standards to deliver high-quality results. The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and environmental responsibility, coordinating with supervisors to maintain workflow and quality across projects in a

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.

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 construction specifications.
• Communicate effectively with other supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and coordination.
• Focus on quality, production, safety, and environmental aspects of work.
• Monitor and inspect the quality of work to ensure it meets company and industry standards.

Skills

Piping welding

Interpret drawings

Leadership

Communication

Quality & safety focus

Tools

Welding techniques

Marine construction practices

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.