Pipefitter / Pipe Removal Technician

PeopleReady; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Next-day pay

Long-term or short-term positions

Job summary

PeopleReady of Mobile, AL is hiring experienced Pipefitters and Pipe Removal Technicians to dismantle piping systems on a decommissioned naval vessel. You will identify and remove piping, valves, and fittings using hand and power tools, while reading diagrams and ensuring safety compliance.

Shift: 1st Shift (Day). Candidates must meet physical requirements and pass site safety training. This long-term project offers competitive hourly pay and opportunities for steady work.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial pipefitting or pipe removal.
• Ability to read piping diagrams, blueprints, or work instructions.
• Knowledge of safe piping removal and dismantling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Identify, disconnect, dismantle, and remove piping systems, valves, fittings, and related components.
• Read and interpret piping diagrams, blueprints, and work instructions to locate piping designated for removal.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and cutting equipment to disassemble piping.
• Remove supports, hangers, brackets, and hardware as directed.
• Ensure piping systems are isolated, depressurized, drained, and cleared for removal by authorized personnel.
• Coordinate with torch cutters, riggers, and crew for safe removal of large sections.
• Sort, stage, and prepare removed piping materials for disposal or recycling.
• Follow lockout/tagout, confined-space, and hot-work procedures.
• Inspect tools and equipment and report unsafe conditions.
• Maintain clean work areas and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Industrial pipefitting

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Reading piping diagrams

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pipe-cutting equipment

Job description

Pipefitter / Pipe Removal Technician

PeopleReady of Mobile, AL is now hiring experienced Pipefitters / Pipe Removal Technicians to support a long-term large-scale naval vessel dismantling project. This position involves identifying, disconnecting, dismantling, and removing piping systems, valves, fittings, and related components from a decommissioned naval vessel.

As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:

• Next-day pay for many of our open positions
• The choice of long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions for extra cash

Pay Rate:

The pay rate for this job is $30 - $30 / hour*

What you'll be doing as a Pipefitter / Pipe Removal Technician :

• Identify, disconnect, dismantle, and remove piping systems, valves, fittings, and related components
• Read and interpret piping diagrams, blueprints, and work instructions to locate piping systems designated for removal
• Use hand tools, power tools, and approved cutting equipment to disassemble and remove piping
• Remove pipe supports, hangers, brackets, and associated hardware as directed
• Verify that piping systems have been properly isolated, depressurized, drained, and cleared for removal by authorized personnel
• Coordinate with torch cutters, riggers, and other crew members to safely remove large or heavy pipe sections
• Assist with sorting, staging, and preparing removed piping materials for disposal or recycling
• Follow established lockout/tagout, confined-space, and hot-work procedures as applicable
• Inspect tools and equipment before use and report unsafe conditions
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Follow all project-specific safety procedures and supervisor instructions

Available shifts:

Shift Timings: 1st Shift (Day)

Job requirements:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with PeopleReady
• Previous experience in industrial pipefitting, pipe removal, shipyard maintenance, or industrial demolition required
• Experience working with piping systems, valves, flanges, fittings, and mechanical connections
• Ability to read piping diagrams, blueprints, or work instructions
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and pipe-cutting equipment
• Knowledge of safe piping removal and dismantling procedures
• Ability to work safely around heavy machinery, cutting operations, and material‑handling equipment
• Ability to stand, bend, climb, and perform physically demanding work
• Ability to work in confined or restricted spaces when properly trained and authorized
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety instructions
• Ability to complete required site-specific safety training
• Candidates must meet all applicable government contract requirements, worksite access requirements, and project-specific safety qualifications

*Hourly pay rates are a good‑faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.

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