Pipefitter – Navy Shipyard | Travel 50-75%

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 44,808 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Chesapeake, Virginia is seeking a Pipefitter to support fleet modernization efforts. The role involves installing and altering piping systems aboard ships and land facilities and requires strong skills in silver brazing and teamwork. Candidates must be able to travel extensively between shipyards and obtain necessary certifications. This position offers competitive benefits, including medical plans and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate silver brazing ability through qualification testing.
• Experience with standard pipe fitting procedures and testing installed piping systems.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering sketches and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Support trades teams on active ships and facilities for modernization.
• Perform installations and alterations of piping systems.
• Travel to shipyards and military bases for assigned tasks.

Skills

Silver brazing

Pipe fitting procedures

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Quality control procedures

Education

High School education or Trade School

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Chesapeake, Virginia is seeking a Pipefitter to support fleet modernization efforts. The role involves installing and altering piping systems aboard ships and land facilities and requires strong skills in silver brazing and teamwork. Candidates must be able to travel extensively between shipyards and obtain necessary certifications. This position offers competitive benefits, including medical plans and tuition reimbursement.