About

• Job Title: Pipe Fitter Trainee

• Location: Pascagoula, MS

Position Overview

• The Pipe Fitter Trainee position is an entry-level role designed to develop the necessary skills required to become a Pipe Fitter. Trainees will receive hands-on experience and training in pipe fitting, welding, and shipbuilding operations.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• * High school diploma or GED preferred.
• * Minimum of six (6) months of experience in welding or other technical training preferred.
• * Hands-on experience using hand tools and/or welding equipment is a plus.

Skills & Abilities

• * Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• * Capable of working in confined or enclosed spaces.
• * Must be comfortable working at heights greater than 5 feet.
• * Ability to wear and work with a respirator when applicable.
• * Must be at least 18 years of age.
• * Physically capable of bending, squatting, kneeling, and climbing as required.
• * Strong math skills.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• * Learn to tack, weld, and assist experienced Pipe Fitters.
• * Develop basic welding and fitting skills, including stick, short arc, flux core, and aluminum tack welding.
• * Gain hands-on experience with shipbuilding operations and job-related tools.
• * Assist Pipe Welders and perform fire watch duties as needed.
• * Learn to operate tools such as levels, squares, chipping hammers, grinders, tape measures, and torches.
• * Maintain compliance with all company policies and safety regulations, including environmental and quality system procedures.
• * Work overtime as required.
• * Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• * Perform other duties as assigned by management.