Pipefitter (Trade School)

Job Description

Maritime Solutions Hiring Event

Platform & Services is seeking a Pipefitter. The Pipe Shop Mechanic performs a variety of skilled mechanical duties involving general fitting piping systems on vessels, burning/brazing, testing and sketching piping systems.

The Mechanic operates equipment for assembly and installation; performs preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery; records work performed and follows specified safety policies and procedure.

• Laying out, presenting, fitting, and installing pipe, tubing, and related equipment. This includes installing valves, hangers, and supports.
• Cutting, threading, and bending pipes to specific lengths and angles using tools like pipe cutters, threading machines, and torches.
• Connecting pipes using various techniques, including welding, soldering, brazing, and threading.
• Conduct pressure tests and leak checks to ensure the integrity of the system before it becomes operational.
• Inspecting existing piping systems for wear, corrosion, or leaks and replacing damaged sections.
• Interpreting technical drawings, isometric sketches, and specifications to determine the layout and materials required for a project.

Openings on both 1st and 2nd shift.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $29.00 to $35.00 per hour (or $60,320 to $72,800 annually). Actual

compensation may vary based on factors such as shift differentials or the terms outlined in an applicable Collective

Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will ultimately determine your wages.

Employee Benefits

At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savin...