This is a job for a 1st class Pipe fitter position with the company located in Pascagoula, MS area.

Job Summary:

The pipefitter lays out, installs, and maintains vessels'

 piping systems, such as heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure and oil lines. They follow blueprints and use hand tools and shop machines.  The pipefitter also cuts and bores holes in bulkheads and decks for installation of pipes.  They operate shop machines to cut and thread pipe and pipe fittings.  Pipefitters connect pipes to fixtures and test systems for leaks, ensuring that the system meets specifications.  An experienced pipefitter will often work with an apprentice, sometimes called a tacker/helper. The position is characterized by problem solving and precision work. To be successful in this type of work, a pipefitter must be able to perceive pertinent detail in objects or blueprints.

Responsibilities:

The pipefitter reads a layout to determine project requirements.  This planning aspect of the job occurs contiguous with other tasks.

This function requires the individual to stand on a continuous basis.  Some degree of visual acuity is needed when deciphering a layout. The pipefitter is responsible for pre-fabricating segments of pipe in a shop setting.  This function may involve the use of shop machinery to bend or thread pipe, or install fittings, valves, traps, and thermostats.  Some yards may designate individuals to work full time in this capacity if full time work is available. Standing is considered constant during this essential function; walking is considered occasional.  In a shop setting, overhead hoists are generally available, and the pipefitter will work in tandem with a less experienced man, called a tacker/helper or 3^rd^

 class pipefitter.  Lifting and carrying are controlled and aided by the above-mentioned characteristics.  Company policy enables individuals to obtain assistance with items over 40lbs and may easily be observed.  A shop setting allows for work to take place on an even, concrete surface. Installation of piping systems onboard and within vessel modules, to include positioning, fastening, and connecting various systems, such as heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure and oil lines.  The pipefitter will weld pipe support brackets, connect pipes to fixtures and, to a lesser degree, fabricate lengths of piping systems onboard or within vessel modules. Heavy items are positioned with a chain fall, overhead crane, or a come along.  Standing is again considered constant and walking occasional.  Because workers commonly work in pairs, the 40lb maximum can generally be observed.  The heaviest come along can weigh in the 75lb range and could be handled occasionally during a day, depending upon the job. An additional function is that the pipefitter is responsible for testing installed systems to ensure specifications utilizing hydrostatic and other pressurized equipment. This function requires the individual to stand on a continuous basis.  In addition to essential function number one, this function comprises the less physical, thinking and planning aspects of the job.  Obviously, the more experienced pipefitters will bear most of the responsibilities outlined in functions one and four. Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Qualifications:

Must have a minimum of 3 years of Carbon pipe fitting experience in addition to the ability to successfully demonstrate the ability to pass a hands-on pipe fitter test by performing the following: applying a bevel using a grinder with a sanding disc, cutting the opposing end of the pipe to saddle a pipe of the same size at a 90 degree angle in addition to performing silver brazing of a socket joint pipe in the horizontal (flat and horizontal flow) and vertical (vertical up flow) position in accordance of ASME requirements.

Pipefitters attend a weekly safety meeting and are required to wear safety equipment including, a hard hat, saf ty glasses, ear plugs, steel toe boots, and occasionally, a respirator.

Equal Opportunity Employer -- minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.