This job description is a general description of the essential job functions and is not intended to be an employment contract. Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. maintains its status as an at-will employer. Position requirements, skills, and abilities included in this job description have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the position. Eastern Shipbuilding Group Inc. reserves the right to increase, waive or reduce these minimal standards. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements described be interpreted as all-inclusive. All employees of Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. are expected to perform the duties as assigned by Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc., supervisory/management personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual is expected to be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability expected. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. However, no accommodation will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which imposes undue hardship on Eastern Shipbuilding. POSITION SUMMARY Assemble, install, and test piping for various systems in accordance with plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Work with other crafts as instructed by supervision. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: Because Eastern Shipbuilding is continually growing to meet the needs of our customers, your duties and responsibilities may be different from those described. • Regular attendance at work and the ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays. • Comply with Company, federal, state, and local safety, ethics, and environmental rules, regulations, and policies while performing duties. • Select the specified type and size of pipe, fittings, valves, etc. • Measure and mark pipe for cutting and threading; assemble pipes, tubes, and fittings, according to specifications. • Bend pipe according to specifications. • Install and verify the operation of high-pressure steel pipes and fittings. • Repair and replace any damaged pipe; fabricate and install metal fittings, install supports, valves, and other control equipment. • Test installed piping systems and install other related items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications. • Rig and flag cranes using hand signals to move pipe safely to desired locations. • Perform final hook-ups of systems and commissioning. • Work with minimal supervision. • Perform other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES May indirectly supervise and/ or train subordinates. REQUIREMENTS Education/ Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalence plus three to five years of pipefitting/ plumbing experience desired. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Requires working knowledge of all standard pipe craft formulas, materials, and drawings. Requires working knowledge of equipment, work processes, and techniques used in measuring, fitting, and tack welding steel. Required to pass SMAW Tack welding test to become ABS certified. Requires knowledge of welding, ship terminology, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Skills: Ability to read and comprehend written, oral, or diagram forms or plans. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to read and understand blueprints. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors and employees. Knowledge of the safe operation and use of hand and power tools. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure. Ability to read a tape measure and use a cutting torch. Behavioral Attributes: Integrity, ethics, flexibility/ adaptability, initiative, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, safety-conscious, and multitasking. Maintain the confidential integrity of details pertaining to Eastern Shipbuilding Group. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the workday. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be physically and medically qualified to wear all required personal protective equipment, as prescribed under Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. The employee must be able to work above ground at heights of a minimum of 50 feet aloft and/ or working from scaffolding and/ or man-lifts while working with machinery; in confined spaces and withstanding extreme heat and cold in an outside climate or confined space. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee may be exposed to the risk of electrical shock, moving mechanical parts, vibration, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, continual loud noise, and other hazards found in a heavy industrial shipyard environment. Rigorous compliance with safety procedures, policies, and personal safety equipment requirements is therefore mandatory. We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law. Pay: $1.00 per hour Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Now Hiring: Traveling Pipefitters - Panama City, FL United Trades of America is seeking experienced Traveling Pipefitters for an upcoming project in Panama City, Florida. We are looking for skilled, reliable tradespeople with proven experience in pipefitting who are ready to travel and contribute to a high-quality job site. This opportunity is ideal for those who take pride in their craft and want to work with a team that values professionalism and safety. Position Details: • Location: Panama City, FL • Pay: Based on experience • Per Diem: Available for qualified travelers Responsibilities: • Interpret and work from blueprints, isometric drawings, and P&IDs • Cut, thread, assemble, and install pipes and related systems • Work with a variety of materials, including carbon steel and stainless steel • Perform layout and fit-up of piping systems • Support welders and other trades to maintain job flow and quality • Conduct pressure tests and assist in troubleshooting piping systems • Follow all site safety protocols and quality standards • Maintain clean and organized work areas Requirements: • Minimum 3 years of pipefitting experience in commercial or industrial settings • Ability to read and understand detailed drawings and specifications • Strong layout and fitting skills • Must have own tools and PPE • Ability to pass a drug screen and background check • Willingness to travel to and work in Panama City, FL Preferred Qualifications: • OSHA 10 or 30 certification • Previous experience on traveling crews • Familiarity with both commercial and industrial systems • Ability to collaborate with welders and other team members on-site To Apply: Submit your resume at www.unitedtradesamerica.com or Email your resume and certifications to nicki@unitedtradesamerica.com At United Trades of America, we respect hardworking tradespeople and are committed to placing the best with the best. Join us on this project and become part of a trusted team. We look forward to hearing from you!
See More Details >>JOB SUMMARY: The Plumber/Pipe Fitter lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs and maintains piping and piping systems and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and industrial processing systems in commercial, industrial, and residential building. Project Focus Areas include: Higher education, k-12, hospitals, hotels, government, other institutional campuses or facilities. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Reads studies and interprets job specifications, plans and blueprints to gain understanding of work to be done. • Selects type and size of pipe and related materials needed for each job. • Inspects work site to determine presence of obstructions and to make sure holes cut out for pipe will not cause structural weakness. • Plans sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers. • Cuts, grinds, threads and bends pipe according to job specifications. • Assembles and installs a variety of metal and non-metal pipe and fittings. • Joins pipe and secures to structure with clamps, brackets and hangers. • Tests piping system for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges. IDEAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: • A High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years as a pipe fitter with experience in commercial plumbing; or equivalent combination of education (Technical School) and experience. • Uses basic math skills including geometry and trigonometry to make calculations for work. • Ability to read and utilize Pipefitter s Blue Book. • This position requires working in diverse conditions including but not limited to mechanical equipment rooms with exposure to noisy operating equipment, extreme weather conditions, precarious places, and risk of electrical shock (high voltage). • This position is highly physical and requires regular use of hands, fingers, walking, stooping, and kneeling. It requires employees to regularly lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and or move more than 50 pounds. About Gallo Mechanical Gallo Mechanical is a top-tier mechanical construction and service provider headquartered in New Orleans. Gallo Mechanical LLC is built on a bedrock foundation of dedication to family, service and performance. The company, a 75-year locally-grown family operation, is deeply invested in finding the best way to both serve and grow the community in which they live and work. As they have grown over the last seven and a half decades, Gallo Mechanical has sought to ensure that their focus remains in reinvesting in their community through both the work they carry out and the opportunities that they provide. Inclusive Employer Our number one focus will always be our people. Gallo Mechanical welcomes employees from varied backgrounds and walks of life, and it s reflected in our diverse community. Gallo Mechanical is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to administering personnel actions, including hiring, training, promoting and compensating its employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a pipefitter in Panama City, FL, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with structured learning, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. This apprenticeship lasts about four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median weekly wage of $759 in Panama City, FL. The industry projects a 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Aspiring pipefitters can find apprenticeship opportunities through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild, leading to a lucrative career with potential earnings often exceeding $40,000 annually for experienced professionals.
