Shipyard Pipefitter — Overtime & Benefits

Torrey Holistics; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Holiday pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

LEAD Staffing in Norfolk is seeking an experienced pipefitter to support shipyard operations in Virginia. You will fabricate, install, and repair piping systems aboard naval and commercial vessels following shipyard specifications and safety standards.

Responsibilities include laying out, cutting, fitting, and installing piping, fabricating spools, installing valves and fittings, and performing hydrostatic testing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of pipefitting experience, marine or shipyard experience preferred.
• Proficiency with pipe cutting, threading, and fitting tools.
• Strong blueprint and isometric drawing reading skills.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be willing to undergo background check and drug screening.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and extended schedules as required.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, cut, fit, and install piping systems including high-pressure, low-pressure, and hydraulic lines.
• Fabricate pipe spools and supports per blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Install valves, fittings, flanges, and related piping components.
• Perform hydrostatic and leak testing on completed systems.
• Read and interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
• Coordinate work with other trades to ensure proper sequencing and installation.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used.
• Follow all shipyard safety procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Pipefitting

Blueprint reading

Isometric drawing reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pipe cutting tools

Threading tools

Fitting tools

Job description

LEAD Staffing in Norfolk is seeking an experienced pipefitter to support shipyard operations in Virginia. You will fabricate, install, and repair piping systems aboard naval and commercial vessels following shipyard specifications and safety standards.

Responsibilities include laying out, cutting, fitting, and installing piping, fabricating spools, installing valves and fittings, and performing hydrostatic testing.