Pipefitter I, II, III

Position Title: Pipefitter I II III

Work Location: Chesapeake VA
FLSA Status: Full-Time Non-Exempt
REQ#2506246F

Summary of duties Pipefitter (levels I II III) with limited supervision performs variety of skilled mechanical duties involving general fitting piping systems on vessels burning/brazing testing and sketching piping systems. Operates equipment for assembly and installation; performs preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery; records work performed and follows specified safety policies and procedures. May be assigned the duties and responsibilities of other positions for which qualifications are met. Periodically required to lift/move equipment up to and including 50 pounds.

Specific description of duties:

• Studies blueprints sketches drawings manuals specifications or sample part with minimal supervision to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece sequence of operations and setup requirements
• Ability to work in a shop setting as well as onboard a ship.
• Ability to work in tight and/or confined spaces.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications
  Know the basic tools required and their uses
  Identification of piping by class schedule size and the systems in which they are used.
  Know types of bevels backing rings consumable inserts (E/B ring) open roots saddles and miters.
  Layout fabricate assemble install and maintain piping piping systems fixtures and equipment.
  Works with steam water air fuel lube oil sea water and various chemicals.
  Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated
  Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
  Experience with SMAW and GTAW for tacking purposes of piping hangers brackets and other items to support on-site installations.
  Assembles piping by means of welding brazing soldering threading lock ringing and bolting.
  Cuts and bores holes in structures decks bulkheads and walls by use of torch handheld or other power tools.
  Maintains cleanliness of the work area
• Responsible for training/oversite of junior personnel
  Overtime is routinely required but not guaranteed
  Travel outside the local area may be required
  Perform any other assignments or tasks as needed or requested by management to assist in accomplishing the organizations mission objectives and goals. Including the periodic oversight of junior less skilled Welders as applicable.

Education/Specialized Training:

Level I:
HS diploma or GED may be required depending on varying contract stipulations

• Apprenticeship or Welding trade school with six months practical experience or one year of practical relatable experience

Level II:
HS diploma or GED may be required depending on varying contract stipulations
Apprenticeship or applicable trade school with three years or four years practical related experience
Certificate documentation required for listed education
Fire watch certification

Level III:
HS diploma or GED may be required depending on varying contract stipulations
Apprenticeship or applicable trade school with six years practical experience or 8 years related experience.
Certificate documentation required for listed education
Certification documentation in areas of expertise
Fire watch certification

Security Clearance:

Clearance up to secret level may be required.

Physical/Environmental Job Requirements:
Lifting/moving up to and including 50 pounds

Routinely climbing several flights of stairs

Performing tasks in confined spaces

Our work is primarily onboard naval vessels that may include variables of physical activity i.e. stooping climbing walking etc.

In performing these duties you may be required to work outdoors. You will experience temperature variations extremely loud noises and other physical hazards.

Company Overview:
Prism Maritime LLC is a premier maritime service provider for Alteration Installation Team (AIT) and Modernization related Services in support of US Maritime and Shore-based clients. Prism Maritime is a privately held business headquartered in Chesapeake VA with offices in San Diego and Ventura CA. Established in 2006 Prism Maritime currently employs over 350 professionals and maintains an ISO 9001-2015 certified Quality Management System.

Prism Maritime is an EEO/AA employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race color religion sex national origin ethnic origin physical or mental disability veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

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All applications are active for 90 calendar days. After 90 days you must re-apply to still be considered for this position.