Job Information
Aerotek Pipefitter in Norfolk, Virginia
Job Title: Pipefitter
Job Description
Join our team as a Pipefitter, where you will be responsible for installing and maintaining ships' piping systems such as steam, heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure, and oil. Your tasks will include planning the layout of pipe sections, cutting and boring holes in bulkheads and decks for installation, cutting and threading pipe and pipe fittings, bending pipe to specified shapes, and connecting pipes to ship equipment like heat exchangers and pumps. You will also be responsible for repairing valves, testing installed systems for leaks, ensuring that systems meet specifications, completing Work Authorization Forms, and adhering to safety standards and hot work protocols.
Hard Skills
Pipefitting
Cutting and threading pipe
Bending pipe
Repairing valves
Testing systems for leaks
Soft Skills
Attention to detail
Safety-conscious
Adaptability
Problem-solving
Job Type
This is a contract position with a duration of 6 Month(s).
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Norfolk, Virginia.
Work Environment
Shipyard/Outdoor environment. Work will primarily be at Nassco, BAE, MHI, Norfolk Naval. The role operates on a 1st shift (7-3:30) and occasionally on a 2nd shift (3-11) as needed. Weekend work is usually required on Saturdays, with the possibility of overtime 2 hours before and after the start of the shift. Average hours per week range from 40-55 depending on workload.
About Aerotek:
We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.