Pipefitter Journey - Swing Shift

Location: Portland, OR, United States Date Posted: Oct 8, 2026 Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative, integrated partner with a national footprint in marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication, and marine services. With four shipyards, six dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases and at historic shipyards, our 2,500 dedicated employees across four states – from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk – personify the values of our company. Vigor Marine Group takes pride in being the employer of choice for our employees, who in turn take great pride in their contributions to the communities where they live and work, and to their nation – through their living wage jobs supporting their local economies, and through the world-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security. For more information, visit vigor.net .

HOURLY PAY:

$38.93

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities.) Successfully performs work as an individual, as a member of a single craft, or a multi-craft work crew.Performs work with minimal supervision. Consistently exceeds Journeyman standards. Performs GTAW 6G position welding some cases may be restricted CuNi and Stainless 316 Braze: 4F and 5F restricted. Performs Arc welding – SMAW 6G position welding (some cases may be restricted) Size 3/32 and 1/8 th diameter (11018,7018,6010,316 and 309) Preforms FCAW 2-3-4G position: .052 diameter Carbon and Stainless .045 diameter 316/309 Responsible for being conversant in all quality assurance requirements. Prepares surfaces by grinding and chipping. Recognizes and traces various pipe systems aboard vessels, including steam, lube oil, salt water, fresh water, hydraulics, cargo, crude oil and/or product, compressed air, etc. Properly cares for and safely uses hand and power tools. Preferred Skills (Not Required): GMAW 2-3-4G X-Ray quality: 3/64 th diameter aluminum welding Disassembles, assembles, and repairs shipboard systems. Reads blueprints to identify locations of various pipe systems. Operates pipe threading machine, pipe bender, and Oakey bevelers. Lays out, targets and fabricates various pipe (P-1 and below) to quality assurance standards. Tests and operates hydro pumps up to 5,000 psi. Determines sizes and schedules of pipes/take off of fittings (90o, 45o, and tees) utilized in the fabrication and/or repair of systems. Sets up and operates flushing machine. Uses a tape measure. Successfully completes sustained work from various heights, including but not limited to 100 feet. Performs rigging (as applicable to pipe and valve systems) - standards, terms, signals and safe working loads. Makes competent weldments, i.e., targeting pipe and hanger. Incumbent performs similar work in all areas of the Yard as the need arises. Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

Interaction/communication with others,works alone/independently,repetitive work,attention to detail, and flexibility.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Communicates effectively, works independently or in a group. Ability to do basic math, i.e., add, subtract, divide and multiply. Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English. Some knowledge of several skills with more advanced knowledge of 1 primary skill and possess at least 1 certification (hours in skilled trade & demonstrated proficiency). Requires general supervision during performance of primary skill but is able to perform job duties of A-1 through A-3 with little or no supervision.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED preferred. 5 years relevant work experience. Proven skills, work history and/or applicable education will be considered in lieu of work experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:

Four-hour fire watch certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire HAZWOPER – First Responder Awareness Level

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Transfers pipe, valves, tools, welding stinger to/from area of need. Requires vertically transferring pipe, valves, tools, welding stinger weighing up to (10 lbs.) from (4") to (76"), up to (60/hr). Transfers fabricated parts on/off shop table, pallet. Requires vertically transferring fabricated parts weighing up to (40 lbs.) from (4") to (40"), up to (20/hr.). Transfers parts (spools) to/from area of need. Requires vertically/horizontally transferring parts (spools) weighing up to (40 lbs.) from (4") to (76"), up to (4/hr.), a distance of up to (25 feet) without mechanical assistance. Transfers materials on/off bench, pallet, and install on vessel. Requires vertically/horizontally transferring materials weighing up to (75 lbs.) from (4") to (48"), up to (10/hr.), a distance up to (25 feet) without mechanical assistance. Positions, adjust pipes, valves into position. Must horizontally transfer pipes, valves requiring a force up to (60 lbs.), up to (6/hr.), a distance up to (2 ft.). Places rod in welding stinger, advance flex core wire feed, use power tools such as impact wrenches, grinders requiring coupling forces up to (25 lbs.), up to (60/hr.). Accesses tanks, scaffolding. Requires climbing ladder up to 200 rungs/hr. in (8 hr.). Accesses vessels, job locations. Requires climbing stairs up to 180 steps/hr. in (8 hr.). Accesses tanks, bilge areas. Accesses spaces with specific entries (18") x (24"). Accesses pipe systems, works off manlifts, scaffolding. Must tolerate heights up to (100 ft.). Accesses interior of pipes to weld same. Must work in spaces with limited headroom of (24"). Traces, disassemble, assemble, layout, weld pipe systems aboard vessels. Requires repetitive assumption of posture to access a point (1 inches) from the floor up to (60/hr.). Sits to weld. Requires tolerance of seated posture up to (45 min.) continuously, for a total of up to (6 hr.) per (8 hr.). Stands to operate pipe threading machine, pipe bender, Oakey beveler; to fit, weld, layout pipe. Requires tolerance of standing posture up to (50 min.) continuously, for a total of up to (6 hr.) per (8 hr.). Requires (near/far/depth/color) vision to operate pipe threading machine, pipe bender, Oakey beveler; to fit, weld, layout pipe; to read tape measure. Accesses shop, tools, materials, vessels, job location. Requires walking up to (3.0 mi.) in (8 hr.). Talking, Hearing, Vision, Near Acuity (clarity of vision at 20 inches or less), Far Acuity (clarity of vision at 20 feet of more), Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision to judge distance/ spatial relationships), Color Vision (if required to distinguish colors for job performance or safety), Field of Vision (if required to observe a large field of vision while keeping eye fixed on a given point for job performance or safety), and Smell.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Works in enclosed and confined spaces frequently in environments which may have fumes, chemicals and heat, as well as noise and dust present, depending upon the location of the pipe. Works outdoors: Frequently exposed to prevailing weather conditions. Safety equipment required:must wear welding helmet, hard hat, clothing with no holes, long sleeve shirts, eye protection, respirator, hearing protection, and leather shoes. Other Exposures: may be exposed to vibrations, smoke, acids, degreasing cleaners, fumes, free silica, asbestos, dust, welding, solvents, oil, grease and raw sewage; works in confined spaces. Operation of equipment/tools/vehicles; uses (1-1/2 to 3 ton capacity) pipe threading machines, pipe bender, Oakey bevelers, positioners, grinders, drill motors/presses, portaband, Sawzall, tape measure, cutting torch, overhead crane, lift truck, hand power tools including chain fall, porta power, compressed gas tank and wire feeders. Required hygiene standards: per company standards. This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only (i.e. US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, legally recognized asylees and refugees, and persons protected under INA). Successful job candidates will be asked to provide documentation of their US Persons status. Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening . Vigor Values Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day. Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth Responsibility: We act on what we know is right Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor’s Human Resources Department. In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vigor, LLC