- Salary
- $32 – $36/hr
- Location
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Must be willing to travel/temporarily relocate to the following locations:
- Pascagoula, MS.
- Lockport, LA.
- Houma, LA.
What We Offer:
- Paid Travel and lodging assistance available.
- Long and Short-Term Contracts.
- Immediate placement.
- PTO.
- Paid Holidays.
- Health Benefit.
A 1st Class Pipefitter is responsible for the layout, fabrication, installation, and repair of copper-nickel (CuNi) piping systems used in marine vessels.
Essential Functions:
- Lay out, fabricate, and install CuNi (copper-nickel) piping systems according to blueprints and technical drawings.
- Measure, cut, bend, and fit CuNi pipes using hand tools and power equipment.
- Install piping systems for seawater, cooling, and hydraulic applications.
- Perform fit-up and prep work for welding or brazing processes.
- Interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, and shipyard work instructions.
- Align and secure pipes, valves, hangers, and supports in proper position.
- Conduct pressure testing and inspect piping systems for leaks and defects.
- Remove and replace damaged or worn piping components.
- Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and shipboard environments.
- Ensure all work meets quality standards and marine specifications.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of pipefitting experience (marine/shipyard preferred).
- Strong experience working with copper-nickel piping systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, isometrics, and schematics.
- Skilled in pipe measurement, layout, and fit-up.
- Experience with hand tools, pipe benders, grinders, and cutting equipment.
- Knowledge of shipyard safety procedures and PPE requirements.
- Ability to pass a hands-on pipefitting test.
Skills
React
