Embarking on a career as a pipefitter in Tampa, FL, typically begins with an apprenticeship that blends hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally span four to five years, involving extensive on-the-job training under seasoned professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with Tampa boasting a significant number of these skilled tradespeople. The field is projected to grow by 6% from 2022 to 2032, offering promising job prospects. Apprentices in Tampa earn an average of $616 per week, with experienced pipefitters commanding an annual salary often exceeding $51,000. Training programs, unions, and platforms like Gild facilitate the search for apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with strong earning potential.
Status: Now Accepting Applications Company: Tampa Ship 1130 McCloskey Boulevard Tampa, FL 33605 Email: [email protected] Office: (813) 248-9310 Fax: (813) 248-9806 Responsibilities The pipefitter lays out, fabricates, installs, maintains, and repairs piping systems on ships and vessels or other work that is to be done in shipyard facility, or that is related to shipyard operations. Essential Job Functions The pipefitter: • Plans layout of piping for fuel delivery, oil lines, and hydraulic, pneumatic, cooling, heating, water, fire systems, following blueprints, templates, or oral instructions from supervisor. • Measures and cuts pipe to specified length. Cuts access holes in bulkheads, walls, shell plates, structural members, and decks for installation. • Makes cuts primarily with a hand torch, but may also use shop machines to cut and thread pipe and fittings. • Bends pipe or tubing to achieve specified shape for conformity to piping plan using a pipe bender or by placing it in a jig and heating it to obtain the proper dimensions. • Bolts or tack welds hanger brackets to support system. • Connects pipe to fixtures by using screw-type fittings, soldering, tack welding, or by bolting flanges using hand wrenches or power tools. • Aligns parts such as flanges, valves, and piping in relation to each other using jacks, come-a-longs, clamps, clips, wedges, and mauls. • Marks and drills locations for holes. • May be assisted by tacker to tack weld clips, hangers, brackets, or pipe into place prior to final welding. • May use portable power tools such as grinders, chippers, drills, sanders, etc. • Will bevel pipe using a hand torch or pipe-beveling machine. • May test installed systems to ensure that systems meet specifications using hydrostatic or air-supplied testing techniques. • Must be able to perform basic shipfitting duties if needed. • May repair, pack, or adjust valves. • May perform other tasks, including transporting tools, materials, supplies, and parts. The pipefitter may also use overhead cranes and operate company vehicles. Working Conditions Scheduled days cover Monday through Friday with weekends and holidays as required. The pipefitter may be called on to perform work at remote locations other than the shipyard facility. The pipefitter works in all kinds of weather and is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, electrical and mechanical hazards, ultraviolet light, vibration, and noise. The pipefitter may be required to work on scaffolding and ladders at heights, work over water, and work alone and in confined spaces. The pipefitter may be subject to very dramatic temperature changes, such as when entering or exiting a tank. Present in the work environment are fumes, smoke, dust, gases, chemicals, and hydrocarbons. Protective clothing, hearing and eye protection, hard hats, safety shoes or boots, and respiratory protection are all to be worn accordingly. Essential Job Requirements The pipefitter must: • Be able to read and write alphabetically and numerically. • Be able to pass company-specified performance or standards tests. • Have attended vocational school, technical school, or high school or have completed commercial, shop, technical, or on-the-job training. • Be able to provide verifiable references of past work history. • Be authorized to work in the US. Physical Requirements The pipefitter position requires repetitive sequences that require balancing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, sitting, walking, lifting, finger manipulation, grasping, feeling, seeing, hearing, speaking, and an acute sense of smell. The U.S. Dept. of Labor classifies the physical requirements that are associated with this job as being that of medium work – exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for light work. The Edison Chouest Offshore family of companies is committed to ensuring all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. We are dedicated to ensuring all employees are treated with the utmost level of respect as we believe this is the strongest foundation to build upon to foster an environment where employees feel comfortable handling their assignments, sharing their ideas, and pointing out opportunities for improvement. ECO offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) match.
See More Details >>What happens when a mechanical contractor is about more than just HVAC and controls? Where it’s not just about satisfying clients, but transforming an industry. With Tudi Mechanical Systems, you get a team that operates… As a single heartbeat. Because a business doesn’t always have to BE a business. It should be something more. Experience the Tudi difference, where anything is possible. We are excited to announce openings in our Commercial Projects Division as a HVAC Pipefitter. Responsibilities: • Knowledge of basic operation of piping systems. • Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems, pipe supports and related piping for steam, hot water, heating and cooling systems. • Ability to read and interpret engineering documents • Selects type of pipe, related materials, equipment, and hanger systems. • Installs piping systems using mechanical joint, threaded, glued, fused, solder, and brazing technology. • Inspect work in progress and completed work to insure conformance to specifications and local codes. • Perform field take-offs and jobsite material inventories. • Assure safe working environment Qualifications: • Must possess good customer service and communication skills • Strong analytical and problem solving skills • Team player • Valid Driver’s License Compensation & Benefits: • Competitive compensation package; including bonus incentive program • Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance (no employee contribution toward premiums) • 401k with Company match & profit sharing • Excellent working environment • Various employee & family events Our results speak for themselves. Tudi Mechanical Systems of Tampa has been recognized as a 3-time recipient of Tampa Bay’s Best Places to Work Award by the Tampa Bay Business Journal, an award based directly on the feedback from our team. We are also recognized as one of the best contractors on the U.S. East Coast by Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration News. Founded in 1987, TUDI Mechanical Systems has grown into the premier mechanical service contractor and trusted business partner in our defined market segment. Our ethics, strategies and business philosophies have led to consistent double-digit growth for the past 15+ years. At Tudi, we are committed to each other and our customers. We are raising the bar and changing the industry. jzFFfnUqV5
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nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;1supst/sup Class Pipefitter/span/ppstrongspan style="font-size:15px;color:black;"Job Location:/span/strongspan style="font-size:15px;color:black;"nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;Tampa, FL./span/ppstrongspan style="font-size:15px;color:black;"Hutco Branch: /span/strongspan style="font-size:15px;color:black;"Tampa, FL./span/ppstrongspan style="font-size:15px;"Rate of Pay: /span/strongspan style="font-size:15px;"$19 to $26 per hour and $120.00nbsp;/spanspan style="font-size:15px;"Daily Per Diem for those who qualify/span/ppspan style="font-size:15px;"nbsp;/span/ppspan style="font-size:15px;"nbsp;/span/ppstrongspan style="font-size:15px;color:black;"DESCRIPTION:/span/strong/pp style="margin-left:.25in;"span style="font-size:15px;"Currently seeking 1supst/sup class Pipefitter to work in Tampa, FL. nbsp;Shipfitter applying for this position must have at least 2 to 3 years of shipyard experience./span/ppspan style="font-size:15px;"nbsp;/span/ppspan style="font-size:15px;"nbsp;/spanstrongspan style="font-size:15px;color:black;"REQUIREMENTS:/span/strong/pul style="list-style-type: disc;margin-left:0in;"lispan style="font-size:15px;"Must be able to comprehend blueprints and sketches./span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Minimum ability to read and write./span/li/ulp style="margin-left:1.0in;"span style="font-size:15px;"Preferred: nbsp;High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School Diploma/span/pp style="margin-right:60.0pt;"span style="font-size:15px;color:black;"nbsp;/span/pp style="margin-right:60.0pt;"span style="font-size:15px;color:black;"nbsp;/spanstrongspan style="font-size:15px;"ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSspan style="color:black;":/span/span/strong/pul style="list-style-type: disc;margin-left:0in;"lispan style="font-size:15px;"Enter and move through manholes to reach and work in internally confined spaces./span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Manipulate and transport loads of up to 50 pounds over distances of up to 200 feet, approximately 1 to 6 times during each 8 hour shift./span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Manipulate and operate all machines and tools essential to the performance of the position of Shipfitter./span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Traverse gangways and scaffolding at varying heights./span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Traverse and negotiate uneven heights between dock and vessel./span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Traverse and negotiate uneven surfaces./span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Maneuver around piping obstructions and web frames./span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Ascend and work at heights of up to 30 feet./span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Stooping, squatting, twisting, kneeling, and reaching./span/li/ulpspan style="font-size:15px;"nbsp;/span/ppspan style="font-size:15px;"nbsp;/spanstrongspan style="font-size:15px;"BENEFITS:/span/strong/pp style="margin-left:.25in;"span style="font-size:15px;"A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care. nbsp;Available plans include:/span/pul style="list-style-type: disc;margin-left:0.25in;"lispan style="font-size:15px;"Medical / Prescription/span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Dental Coverage/span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Vision Coverage/span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Short Term Disability Benefits/span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Term Life Benefits/span/lilispan style="font-size:15px;"Accidental Death amp; 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