What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipefitter position at Fincantieri Marine Group - Bay Shipbuilding?
Pipefitters are responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting pipe systems, equipment, and related components on ship interiors/exteriors and shipyard facilities across a 63-acre site.
Key Responsibilities:
- Read blueprints and plan pipe system layout, installation, and repairs.
- Cut, bend, thread, assemble, weld, braze, and secure pipes, fittings, valves, and controls.
- Inspect and test systems using gauges, hydrostatic testing, and observation.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues, replace worn components, and perform general maintenance.
- Operate pumps and tools; properly store equipment.
- Work under intermittent supervision; perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
- Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and organizational policies; regular attendance required.
Physical & Work Environment Demands
- Daily transport of tools, equipment, and materials (10--70 lbs), including carrying 50 lb tool buckets multiple times per day over distances up to 500', stairs/ladders, ship structures, and confined spaces (34" inner bottoms, 18"x24" lightening holes).
- Regular lifting, carrying, and positioning of pipe, welding feeders, wire coils, pumps, elbows, flanges, valves, and bender components (36--70 lbs) at varying heights (floor to ~75").
- Frequent use of rigging and positioning tools (Chain Jack, Porta Pull, Porta Power) requiring lifts up to ~48 lbs and pushing/pulling forces up to 150 lbs.
- Routine pulling of hoses and equipment, climbing over framing, working on vessel sides, and hoisting tools (~46 lbs) using hand-over-hand techniques.
- Frequent operation of grinders, torches, and welders (up to 14 lbs), including overhead work, kneeling, lying down, and confined-space environments.
- Continuous use of hand tools requiring grip/pinch force (~10 lbs) and fine motor control.
Core Competencies
- Action Oriented -- Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
- Drives Results -- Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
- Optimizes Work Processes (Quality & Continuous Improvement) -- Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, email our Human Resources Department at Bayshipbuilding-HR@us.fincantieri.com. We promote a Drug Free Work Environment and require pre-employment drug testing as well as mandatory random drug testing.