Shipyard Pipefitter

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Pipefitter to join our dynamic team The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of pipefitting principles with experience in various welding techniques for both steel and aluminum material. A work history in a shipyard or heavy industrial manufacturing environments is highly preferred. As a Pipefitter, you will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining piping systems for steel and aluminum vessels per design and build specifications while ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. The Pipefitter will work closely with other team members and departments to ensure high-quality production standards while adhering to safety protocols, rules, policies, and procedures.

About Victoria Marine

Victoria Marine is a 3rd generation family-owned company with over 45 years of shipbuilding experience. We specialize in new construction, refits, and repair of steel and aluminum vessels as well as custom metal fabrication services. Our operations allow for the construction of vessels ranging from 15' to 150' in length for both private and public entities. The types of vessels constructed include barges, catamarans, center consoles, crew vessels, cruise line tenders, dinner boats, ferries, fishing trawlers, gambling vessels, jack up barges, ocean going tugboats, paddle wheelers, passenger vessels, research vessels, SWATH vessels, theme park vessels, work platforms, yachts, and more

Mission Statement

Our mission is simple. Manufacture the highest quality vessels in the shipbuilding industry and in so doing, build a company who is known for consistently exceeding their clients' expectations.

Our Philosophy

We follow the Kaizen philosophy, which is based on the belief that small, incremental changes lead to significant improvements over time resulting in a work culture of continuous development. The intent is to improve working conditions and morale through education and experience so our team members can easily adapt to changing goals and perform to the highest standards.

Our Beliefs

We believe that a company can only be as successful as its employees. Therefore, it is paramount that we continue to foster an employee-centric culture to achieve our mission. Our approach to maintaining this culture is accomplished by providing a safe and inclusive workplace, prioritizing of our team member's wellbeing, encouraging and listening to input and feedback, learning from mistakes and updating operations accordingly, providing opportunities for professional and personal growth, accepting nothing less than an atmosphere of mutual respect, and showing our appreciation for team member efforts and achievements through performance based bonuses and monetary incentives.

Position Requirements and Essential Functions

• Proven experience as a Pipefitter within a shipyard environment, manufacturing or other heavy industrial construction environment.
• Proficiently read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to determine project specifications.
• Experience using hand tools effectively in a production setting.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a shipyard environment (heavy industrial).
• Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to following and adhering to all safety standards and protocols without deviation.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and include, but are not limited to:

• Working on elevated scaffolding to heights of approximately 50 feet.
• Climbing stairways to vessels up to approximately 50 feet up and working aboard vessels at this height.
• Working on ladders of varying heights.
• Carrying equipment and tools of varying weights up to approximately 70 lbs.
• Use of various tools and equipment including, pipe benders, dies, welding machines, cutting torches, drills, drill presses, and grinders, etc.
• Working in tight spaces with kneeling, bending, squatting, stooping, crawling, and reaching overhead while utilizing tools.
• Working in areas that include, but are not limited to:
• Aboard non-climatized metal vessels in small or tight spaces
• Inside non-climatized buildings and facilities
• Outside areas open to environmental elements in the Florida climate which can include high and low temperatures, wind, and rain

Responsibilities

The following responsibilities are not exhaustive and if hired, the employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

• Install complex piping systems including adjusting, joining pipes together and ensuring their proper installation per the specifications.
• Ensure the system is functioning properly by performing tests for quality assurance.
• Maintain and repair piping of previously installed systems.
• Trouble shoot and identify piping system issues.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment to complete tasks efficiently.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment while following safety rules, policies, and procedures.

What will set you apart from other candidates

• The ability to weld both steel and aluminum.
• Shipfitting experience.
• Welding certification(s).
• Experience in the shipbuilding industry.
• Safety certification(s).
• Previous experience in lead, supervisory or management capacities.
• Other skills related to the construction of steel and aluminum vessels.
• The ability to travel approximately days out of the year or as needed.
• An eager willingness to broaden your skillset through education and experience with the company.

What to expect from Victoria Marine

• A diverse, inclusive and safe workplace for everyone.
• A dedicated team of professionals who provide a support system for our employees and their families including, but not limited to, transitioning into your new role, education and training, and resource information.
• A work environment that encourages and enables both professional and personal growth and development.
• Leadership that values your ideas, input, and feedback.
• A work culture that promotes the importance of a work-life balance with a typical work week consisting of four 10-hour days, Monday - Thursday with Friday-Sunday off. This schedule was developed with our employees' well-being in mind so they and their families can focus on what matters most to them.
• Advancement opportunities within the company.
• Competitive compensation and overtime opportunities.
• Performance-based raises and bonuses throughout the year.
• Employee referral program.
• Weekly pay periods.
• Two payment options which include a direct deposit into your bank account or a company provided pay card.
• Annual vacation benefits.
• 6 paid Holidays per year.

• Competitive benefits package for all full-time team members and their dependents comprised of multiple voluntary coverage options including:

• 6 Group Health insurance plans to choose from (3 PPO and 3 HMO options)

• 3 Group Dental coverage plans to choose from

• Vision coverage

• Accident

• Critical Illness

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Term Life Insurance

• Short- Term Disability

• Long-Term Disability

• Voluntary Life Coverage with AD&D

• Telemedicine

• Legal Shield

• IDShield

• Prescription Savings Card

Summary

If you are seeking an interesting and rewarding career in the shipbuilding industry and our company's business model, values, and beliefs align with that of your own, we encourage you to apply with us today

Equal opportunity employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Were you referred to us? (If "YES", please specify source name)
• Have you worked for us before? (If "YES", please list dates of employment and your position held)
• Are you available to work 7:00am - 5:30pm, Monday through Thursday?
• If required, are you available to work overtime?
• Please list days and times you are UNAVAILABLE to work. (You may answer "ANY" if this does not apply to you)
• If required, are you willing to travel for work? (The typical travel time for this position is 0-20 days per year within the State of Florida)
• Do you have a reliable form of transportation?
• Are you currently employed at the present time?
• What date are you available to start work?
• What is your desired starting hourly wage?
• Would you like to provide references? (If so, please list the contact's name, company name or your relation to contact, business address, years known, and telephone/email address)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $29