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Innovate Mississippi lists this PIPEFITTER - SKILLED opportunity in pascagoula, Mississippi. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Skilled PipefitterWith more than 11,000 employees, HII's Ingalls Shipbuilding division is the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi and a major contributor to the economic growth of Alabama. For nearly 85 years, we've designed, built and maintained amphibious ships, destroyers, and cutters for the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard. The largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants, we're simultaneously building four classes of ships and have pioneered the development and production of technologically advanced, highly capable ships for the surface Navy fleet for decades.The RolePower the ship. Power the mission. Become a skilled pipefitter at Ingalls Shipbuilding, where you help build the critical piping systems that bring our nation's most advanced ships to life. From fuel and steam systems to hydraulics, ventilation, and climate control, your work helps every vessel operate safely, reliably, and at peak performance. If you're ready to apply your pipefitting skills on ships that serve around the world, a rewarding career at Ingalls — "America's Shipyard" and Mississippi's largest private employer — is waiting.What You Can EarnEarn up to $39.04 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Opportunities for overtime and long-term career growth.What You'll DoFit and install piping systems made from materials such as steel, galvanized pipe, copper, copper-nickel, and stainless steel. Install valves, fittings, and components following drawings, arrangements, and blueprints. Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment to ensure proper fit, alignment, and installation. Work in a shipyard environment that may include heights, tight spaces, and changing weather conditions. Support production across multiple shifts as needed to meet ship construction schedules. Follow Ingalls' strong safety standards in every task and work area.Why This Work MattersSince 1938, Ingalls Pipefitters have helped build nearly 70% of the U.S. Navy fleet. Your skill supports ships that protect our nation and operate around the world for decades.What You BringHands-on pipefitting experience in industrial, construction, or shipyard environments Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, and system layouts Skill in fitting and installing a variety of piping materials and components Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork Must have 2 years of marine, industrial or petro-chemical pipefitting experience Completed high school or equivalent pipefitting technical program with NCCER certification.Nice to HaveHigh school graduate or equivalent Tech Master CertificationWhy HIIWe build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future.
Worksite address
pascagoula, MS, 39567, US
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