PIPEFITTER 1ST

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc. is looking for a skilled Pipefitter 1st class for a contract opportunity in Pascagoula, MS. The position involves fitting pipes of various materials, ensuring adherence to safety protocols while working in different environmental conditions.

Applicants must have at least 4 years of trade experience, basic math skills, and a high school diploma. This is a full-time position with varying shifts required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of trade experience is required.
• Basic math, reading, and comprehension skills necessary.
• Knowledge of the layout, fit-up, and installation of pipe and valves is a must.

Responsibilities

• Fit various materials for pipes and valves using tools according to blueprints.
• Work safely in diverse conditions, including heights and confined spaces.
• Be flexible to work different shifts as needed.

Skills

Trade Experience

Basic Math Skills

Reading Comprehension

Knowledge of Pipe Installation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple PIPEFITTER 1ST class for a contract opportunity in Pascagoula, MS.

Additional hourly PD is 22.50 for those that live over 75 miles with valid utility bill. This new rate will require a minimum of 2 hours worked daily and is capped at 8 hours maximum per day. There is NO differentiation for Premium or No Premium.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Minimum 4 Yrs. trade experience.
• Basic math, reading and comprehension skills.
• Knowledge of the layout, fit-up, fabrication and installation of pipe, flanges and valves.
• Read and interpret trade drawings and/or blueprints utilizing both metric and standard measurements.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

A First-Class Pipefitter, also referred to as a Journeyman Pipefitter, is responsible for fitting pipe consisting of various materials such as steel, galvanized, copper, copper-nickel and stainless along with the appropriate valves and fittings, utilizing various tools and equipment in accordance with drawing, arrangements and blue prints. Shipyard production areas at times involve working at different heights, confined spaces, different weather conditions as well as multiple shifts 24 hours a day. As with most every position in the shipyard, a Pipefitter may be required to work either day or night dependent upon the number of ships under construction at any one point in time. We stress the practice of working safely in all situations with safety procedures meeting, and most times, exceeding industry standards.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent. School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS

Full-Time 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift.