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Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Sector Platforms & Services
Req # 125718BR
Location Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Physical Location Full-time onsite
Job Category Manufacturing & Maintenance
Posted Date 06/05/2026
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.
Auto req ID
475401BR
Minimum Education Required
Bachelors
Job_Category
Information Technology
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience & Skills:
Must be a candidate for the Maritime Solutions Norfolk Hiring Events
Minimum education requirements: High school diploma/GED
Minimum relevant experience: 5 yrs.
Read and interpret advanced blueprints
Know the basic tools required and their uses
Identification of piping by class, schedule, size and the systems in which they are used.
Identification of various gaskets and fasteners and the systems they are used on
Know types of bevels, types of backing rings, consumable inserts (E/B ring), open roots, saddles, miters, tolerances
Remove and install docking plug
Gas freeing- Preserval of internal structures
Chlorinate CHT and Potable Water Systems
Conduct hydrostatic testing
Standard Operating Procedure for Shop Hydrostatic Test Stand
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
General Pipefitting
Complete a sketch sheet (P-1, P-2, P-3, P-13, P-14, P-15, P-16, P-17, P-68, P-69, P-71, P-72, p-3B and tolerances)
Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.
City*
Norfolk
State*
Virginia
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
BAE Systems
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Sector Platforms & Services
Req # 125718BR
Location Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Physical Location Full-time onsite
Job Category Manufacturing & Maintenance
Posted Date 06/05/2026
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.
Auto req ID
475401BR
Minimum Education Required
Bachelors
Job_Category
Information Technology
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience & Skills:
Must be a candidate for the Maritime Solutions Norfolk Hiring Events
Minimum education requirements: High school diploma/GED
Minimum relevant experience: 5 yrs.
Read and interpret advanced blueprints
Know the basic tools required and their uses
Identification of piping by class, schedule, size and the systems in which they are used.
Identification of various gaskets and fasteners and the systems they are used on
Know types of bevels, types of backing rings, consumable inserts (E/B ring), open roots, saddles, miters, tolerances
Remove and install docking plug
Gas freeing- Preserval of internal structures
Chlorinate CHT and Potable Water Systems
Conduct hydrostatic testing
Standard Operating Procedure for Shop Hydrostatic Test Stand
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
General Pipefitting
Complete a sketch sheet (P-1, P-2, P-3, P-13, P-14, P-15, P-16, P-17, P-68, P-69, P-71, P-72, p-3B and tolerances)
Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.
City*
Norfolk
State*
Virginia
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
BAE Systems