Pipefitter Trainee

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc.; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Pipefitter Bootcamp Trainee in Metairie, LA. The program trains a candidate with a high school diploma or GED to become an entry-level Pipefitter.

Ideal applicants will be at least 18 years old and may have hands-on experience with hand tools or welding. The role emphasizes safety, shipbuilding processes, and learning basic welding and fitting skills on-site.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Hands-on experience using hand tools and/or welding equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learns to tack, weld, and assist Pipe Fitters.
• Becomes familiar with basic welding and/or fitting processes.
• Develops a basic working knowledge of shipbuilding operations and job-related tools.
• Learns stick, short arc, flux core, aluminum tack-welding skills.
• Gains insight on providing Pipe Welder with assistance and on providing fire watch duties.
• Learns to use levels, squares, chipping hammer, grinders, tape measures, and other basic tools such as a torch.
• Follows all company policies and safety/environment/quality procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.
• Works overtime as required.
• Reports to work daily and on time.

Skills

Hand tools

Welding basics

Outdoor work

Confined spaces

Respirator use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

For nearly a century, Bollinger Shipyards has created a legacy as a leading designer and builder of high-performance marine vessels. We are renowned for delivering top-quality construction, manufacturing, and repair services with a commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated Pipefitter Bootcamp Trainee with a high school diploma or equivalency (i.e. General Education Diploma). The candidate will learn the necessary skills to become an entry level Pipefitter.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalency (i.e. General Education Diploma)
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Hands-on experience using hand tools and/or welding equipment is a plus

SKILLS

• Ability to work outdoors
• Must be able to work in confined/enclosed spaces
• Must be able to work/climb in elevations greater than 5’
• Must be able to wear/work a respirator when applicable
• Must be able to bend, squat, kneel, and climb
• Must have good math skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learns to tack, weld, and assist Pipe Fitters
• Becomes familiar with basic welding and/or fitting processes
• Develops a basic working knowledge of shipbuilding operations and job-related tools
• Learns stick, short arc, flux core, aluminum tack-welding skills
• Gains insight on providing Pipe Welder with assistance and on providing fire watch duties
• Learns to use levels, squares, chipping hammer, grinders, tape measures, and other basic tools such as a torch
• Must follow all Company policies and procedures, including those relative to employee safety, environmental policy, and the principles of our quality system
• Other duties assigned or requested by management
• Works overtime as required
• Reports to work daily and on time