Pipefitter - Entry Level and Skilled

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking entry-level and skilled Pipefitters to join their team at the Quonset Point facility. This role offers a unique opportunity for individuals eager to learn a new trade, with no prior experience required. The company provides comprehensive training and a supportive environment for growth. With benefits like paid training, medical coverage, and a 401K plan, this position is perfect for those looking to build a rewarding career in the building trades. Join a dynamic team and contribute to vital projects that support the Navy and government inspections.

Benefits

Paid Training

Medical, Dental, Vision

Prescription Coverage

401K Plan

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift

Health and Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 2+ years of related technical experience.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install piping systems for ship's liquids and gases.
• Work with various systems including hydraulic and potable water.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Pipefitting

HVAC Experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Vocational Training

Tools

Basic Hand Tools

Job description

Pipefitter - Entry Level and Skilled

Requisition ID

2025-14510

Location

US-RI-North Kingstown

Seat Location

EB Quonset Point Facility

Trade

Building Trades

Shift

1st, 2nd, 3rd

Security Clearance Required

Approved Background Check

Number of Openings

80

Overview

Are you interested in learning a new trade, but don't have experience yet? Or do you have plumbing and/or HVAC experience and are looking for a career with opportunities to grow?

Apply today! No experience required. As long as you are eager and willing to learn, we will provide training and opportunities for you to excel as a Pipefitter.

Some of the Benefits we provide to you include:

Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Prescription coverage
• 401K plan
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities

Pipefitter Responsibilities:

Fabricate and install the piping systems that will carry the ship's liquids and gasses at various pressures. Pipefitters use measurement, fit-up bending, and installation skills and techniques to comply with tight tolerances. Familiarity with pipe bending requirements, bolting and welding pipe hangers to support systems & pipe detail fabrication is helpful. Duties include:

• Pipe fit-up which may involve welded joints, silver brazed joints or mechanically fastened joints
• Working with very small tubing to very large diameter piping
• Working with various systems including hydraulic, lube oil, high and low pressure air, high and low pressure steam, sea water, chilled water, and potable water
• Grooming systems to prepare for Company, Navy and Government inspections
• Cutting pipe using saws and pipe cutters and fit pipe using consumable inserts
• Cleaning and maintaining cleanliness of piping components

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experience
• Available to work all shifts
• Ability to work at heights, confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required
• Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred:

• Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functions
• Pipefitting, plumbing, HVAC experience or training
• Experience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environment
• Metal fabrication experience and military shipbuilding experience
• Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
• Related Military/Navy experience

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Wet

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