Job DescriptionKnow and observe plant safety and housekeeping rules.Must be able to fabricate and layout piping to blueprint specs. Must be able to use equipment found with pipe fitting. Pipe threader, saw, level, etc. Work and communicate effeciently with others throughout plant. Be able to maintain inventory levels for common raw materials and componets. Required Skills and EducationHigh School Diploma or equivalentBackflow Preventer Certification or to be obtained Asbestos Supervisor Certification or to be obtainedMust be able to maintain a valid State Driver's LicenseAbout BAE Systems Platforms & Services PostingBAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
See More Details >>Becoming a pipefitter in Radford, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550. In Radford, VA, the average weekly wage for pipefitters is $1,184, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,500 per week. Trade schools, unions, and industry organizations offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and a projected 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033.
