Pipefitter, Apprentice - HSL, Local 1
At a glance
- Location
- Halifax, Canada
- Work type
- Onsite
Pipefitter Apprentices - Local 1 opportunity in Halifax, NS with Irving Shipbuilding. Responsibilities include reading and interpreting marine/industrial blueprints, layout and fabrication of pipe assemblies, and working with carbon steel, copper-nickel, and stainless steel piping materials along with fittings and valves.
What they are looking for
Location: Halifax, NS, Canada Department: Production & Skilled Trades
Irving Shipbuilding is seeking Pipefitter Apprentices - Local 1, HSY with Plumbing experience in Halifax, NS.
Read and interpret marine or industrial blueprints, pipe detail arrangement drawings, and work from standard and metric specifications
Layout, fabricate, fit up a pipe assembly including fittings, flanges, and valves utilizing various tools and equipment
Work with various pipe materials such as carbon steel, copper-nickel, and stainless steel along with the appropriate valves and fitting
Education Required
Trade Certificate specific to pipefitting trade
WHMIS certificate
Plumber trade certification and relevant tickets
You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job
A pre-employment physical is required
A background check will be performed by the Employer
Physical effort and work conditions
Work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms
Stand, stoop, bend, kneel, and climb
Work in confined spaces and inclement weather
Support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate
Work may be performed indoors and outdoors
Frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds
Occasionally lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds