Pipefitter Nights

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader, providing engineering and industrial services to the U.Navy, U.Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations. Our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we are looking for the best at what they do' to join our team and help us grow.
*Only local candidates will be considered. Veteran and retired candidates welcome!
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Pipefitter III for Norfolk, VA, to support maritime ship repair and modernization projects. The ideal candidate will possess advanced proficiency in pipefitting within a shipyard or marine industrial environment, demonstrating the ability to lay out, fabricate, install, and test complex piping systems in accordance with MILSPEC, NAVSEA standards, and technical drawings.
Interpret and apply detailed technical drawings, MILSPECs, NAVSEA standards, and Work Instructions (WIs) to perform piping system installations and repairs.
Set up, align, and operate a wide range of portable tools and hand tools used in shipboard pipefitting.
Plan and execute pipe bending operations, including layout and cutting of materials to required dimensions.
Fabricate and install fixtures, jigs, targets, and supports to ensure alignment during welding operations.
Perform tack welding, brazing (qualified in multiple processes), and other joining techniques as needed.
Flush, clean, and pressure test piping systems and components following Technical Work Documents (TWD) and Work Instructions.
Perform and verify mechanical alignments of piping systems and equipment.
Cut, shape, bend, align, and mount piping and associated fittings/components onboard ships.
Prefabricate assemblies in a shop environment to facilitate efficient onboard installation.
Follow all safety protocols and ensure work is performed to the highest quality standards.
Support other production or maintenance tasks as assigned to meet project goals.
Effectively communicate verbally and electronically with customers and supervisors utilizing MS Office products.
Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
Must wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hearing, eye, head, and hand protection, as required.
Site visits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge or boat structural components.
Must possess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and night vision to inspect maritime components and systems, identify defects or irregularities, and safely operate tools and equipment.
May be required to operate machinery, power tools, and/or heavy equipment.
Frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and cold.
7 or more years of maritime or shipyard pipefitting experience required.

• Familiarity with NAVSEA Standard Items, MILSPECs, and shipyard work instructions.
• Strong understanding of shipboard mechanical systems and installations.
• Must be able to obtain security clearance or meet access requirements for naval shipyards.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to exchange and comprehend information both verbally & electronically with customers & supervisors.
• Must have familiarly using MS Office products (i.e. Continental Tide offers an empowering professional environment in a culture that emphasizes teamwork, shared responsibility for company and client success, and personal growth. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and 401K plan with company match.

Continental Tide prohibits discrimination against any protected class from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, Continental Tide also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you're ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to deliver quality solutions to the Fleet.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected class.
"This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) . This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans."