1st Class Pipefitter

Description

• Primary duties include, but not limited to; rip out, repair, target, layout, fabricate, install, and test marine piping systems onboard ships in various stages of repair and modernization.
• Repair and replacement of ships' piping systems such as auxiliary salt water, potable water, hydraulic, compressed air, fuel oil, lube oil, etc. accomplished utilizing work item specifications, NAVSEA/Military standards and marine blueprints.
• Necessary fabrication abilities include the use of various shop equipment such as table saws, pipe threading machines, bending machines (power as well as hand operated), drill presses and brazing equipment.
• Additional tasks associated with this position are the strain free of pumps and miscellaneous ship equipment as well as blanking, pressure testing of tanks (structural boundary testing) and unblinking of the same.
• Performs related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position. Install and repair foundations for operating machinery and principal structures/components of ship’s armament.
• Test or assist in testing of shipboard machinery pier side or on sea trials to prove satisfactory operation and acceptance.
• Read, understand, and properly execute all work in accordance with information received from technical work documents, blueprints, specifications, written and/or oral instructions.

Auxiliary Systems, Inc. is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Auxiliary Systems, Inc. will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@auxsysinc.com.

Qualifications

•    Working knowledge of piping systems on board marine vessels.
•    Thorough knowledge of equipment, work processes and techniques used in measuring, fitting, and welding pipe.
•    Must know how to read and interpret pipe drawings and calculate pipe requirements through the effective use of standard pipe formulas.
•    Ability to properly target pipe spools.
•    Must be capable to read, comprehend and interpret blueprints.
•    Must meet certification requirements for manual torch brazing.
•    Must have knowledge and utilize proper tools to perform the job assignment.
•    Must be able to estimate material needs for the next day's work.
•    Must be able to read, write and comprehend instructions in written or spoken in English.
•    Must be reliable with a strong work ethic.
•    Must have basic hand tools applicable to your trade with bag or tote.

Other Requirements:

•    Must have reliable transportation.
•    Must be eligible to obtain DBIDs.
•    Must be able to pass a 5 panel drug screen.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies and/or exert 50 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls and machinery; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions, to wear and work in personnel protective equipment.

Salary : $26 - $32