• Marine Pipefitter

    Aerotek (Norfolk, VA)


    Job Title: Pipefitter

    Job Description

    As a Pipefitter, you will be responsible for installing and maintaining ships' piping systems, including steam, heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure, and oil systems. Your role will involve planning the layout of pipe sections, cutting and boring holes in bulkheads and decks for the installation of pipes, cutting and threading pipe and pipe fittings, and bending pipes to specified shapes. You will also connect pipes to fixtures such as heat exchangers, laundry and galley equipment, pumps, tanks, and other ship equipment, as well as repair, pack, and adjust valves. Testing installed systems for leaks and ensuring they meet specifications is also part of your responsibilities. You must ensure that Work Authorization Forms (WAFs) are properly completed before starting tasks and adhere to safety standards observed by the shipyard.

    Responsibilities

    + Install and maintain ships' piping systems, including steam, heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure, and oil.

    + Plan layout of pipe sections and cut and bore holes in bulkheads and decks for installation.

    + Cut and thread pipe and pipe fittings, including valves, traps, and thermostats.

    + Bend pipe to specified shapes and bolt or weld brackets to support pipe systems.

    + Connect pipes to fixtures such as heat exchangers, laundry and galley equipment, pumps, tanks, and other ship equipment.

    + Repair, pack, and adjust valves.

    + Test installed systems for leaks and ensure systems meet specifications.

    + Ensure Work Authorization Forms are properly completed prior to starting tasks.

    + Follow safety standards and hot work protocols.

    Essential Skills

    + Pipefitting experience, 1st class with 5+ years of recent experience or 2nd class with 3+ years.

    + Proficiency in cutting, threading, and bending pipes.

    + Ability to read blueprints.

    + Experience with vessel/shipboard environments.

    + Prior experience following tag-out procedures.

    + Capability to butt weld, install pipe hangers, fit flanged joints, and thread pipe.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $25.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Norfolk,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    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.