Shipyard Pipe Foreman

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Palatka, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Johns Ship Building Inc. in Palatka, FL is seeking a Pipe Supervisor to oversee pipe fabrication, installation, testing and repair aboard vessels. You will supervise pipe fitters, welders and helpers, plan work to meet schedules, and ensure quality per ABS/USCG/NAVSEA and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, reading complex drawings, and coordinating with engineering, QA, planning and other trades. On-site shipyard work with emphasis on safety and productivity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 5+ years shipyard pipe fitting or piping installation.
• 3+ years supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of ABS, U.S. Coast Guard, OSHA, and NAVSEA standards when applicable.
• Experience with hydraulic, fuel, firemain, potable water, sewage, HVAC piping, compressed air, and cooling water systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of pipe fitters, pipe welders, and pipe helpers.
• Plan, assign, and prioritize work to meet production schedules and deadlines.
• Interpret engineering drawings, isometric piping drawings, P&IDs, and work packages.
• Ensure proper fabrication, installation, alignment, and testing of piping systems.
• Coordinate hydrostatic, pneumatic, and operational testing of piping systems.
• Monitor quality of workmanship and ensure compliance with standards.
• Conduct toolbox talks and enforce OSHA and shipyard safety procedures.
• Inspect completed work and correct deficiencies before QA inspections.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Production, QA, Planning, and other trades to resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Reading engineering drawings

Reading P&IDs

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office / reporting

Education

High school diploma or GED

NCCER Pipefitter certification

Trade/vocational training in Pipefitting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production reporting systems

Job description

St. Johns Ship Building Inc. in Palatka, FL is seeking a Pipe Supervisor to oversee pipe fabrication, installation, testing and repair aboard vessels. You will supervise pipe fitters, welders and helpers, plan work to meet schedules, and ensure quality per ABS/USCG/NAVSEA and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, reading complex drawings, and coordinating with engineering, QA, planning and other trades. On-site shipyard work with emphasis on safety and productivity.