Pipefitters
Connecting What Matters
As a pipefitter, you’ll fabricate, assemble and install complex piping systems, valves, components and hangers in support of aircraft carrier and submarine construction. Pipefitters ensure piping systems are properly aligned, secured and tested to meet safety, quality and performance standards. Success in this trade requires aptitude in precision measurements, basic math, ability to read and understand blueprints, as well as critical thinking.
What You'll Do
Fabricate, assemble and install complex piping systems.
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
Collaborate with other trades to complete projects.
Help build the most powerful naval ships in the world.
Voices From the Yard
“I come from the restaurant business. Growing up, a lot of adult figures in my life worked here. It seemed like a good fit for me because I like being on my tools at home.”
Patrick Khachenrum
Pipefitter
“I come from the restaurant business. Growing up, a lot of adult figures in my life worked here. It seemed like a good fit for me because I like being on my tools at home.”
Patrick Khachenrum
Pipefitter
Shipbuilders in Action
