Pipe Fitter Apprentice

REPORTS TO: Supervisor and Instructor

SUPERVISES: None

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fulfill responsibilities as stated in the DOL Apprenticeship Program and become a skilled Journey person, certified by the DOL, and an A-Class Trades person within 4 years of training.

Work progressively towards completing 4 years of training; including 6000 hrs on the job learning & a minimum of 576 hrs class room instruction

Maintain a minimum 70% passing rate

Commit to learning all aspects of Pipe Fitting trades:

Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and specs to determine layouts

Ability to measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe

Test piping systems

Developing the skills to fully install piping systems in marine applications

Practice safe working habits when using power tools and machinery

Miscellaneous tasks as directed by supervisor or instructor

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

Candidates with relevant work experience in a physically demanding environment OR who have successfully completed a relevant skilled trade training program preferred

Demonstrate the motivation to continuously improve their knowledge/skills

Have the integrity to complete all assigned academic work independently

Demonstrate a high degree of reliability, both in task accomplishment and time keeping

Ability to measure using Metric and English system

Knowledge of shipyard terminology such as general ship structure and vessel layout preferred.

The ability to understand directions and follow instructions; both oral and written

Demonstrated applied math skills equivalent ACT WorkKeys Level 3 working knowledge of power tools and machinery

Physical Requirements

Standing: 25%

Sitting: 15%

Walking about: 60%

Lift and Carry: 50lbs. for 10% of the day

Hazards: Climbing ladders, accessing confined spaces

Working Conditions: General shipbuilding environment, loud, dusty, hot/cold

TOOLS: Familiar with use and function of necessary tools for job duties

DIRECTION EXERCISED: None

DISCRETION EXERCISED: None

LIASES WITH: Other trades, instructors, and apprentices

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:

18 years of age or older at time of application

Able to provide proof of US Person Status

No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date

No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date

Willing to submit to a drug screen

Willing to submit to a background check

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: .

Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.

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