Petro/Chem First Class Pipefitter

Tradesmen International

Location

Chesapeake, VA, 23324

Job Type

Full Time

Date Posted

1 April 2026

Petro/Chem First Class Pipefitter

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Petro/Chem First Class Pipefitters for a project located in or around Norfolk, VA. This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate is up to $39.50/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are a Pipefitter and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

Job Scope:

Fitting carbon steel CRES and copper nickel piping
End prep piping by hand and/or with Wach or Portsmouth Machine
Installing pipe hangers
Prep and fitup backing rings
Clean cut/break pipe with a grinder
Hand prep V bevels
Bend pipe from template and in the use of a hand bender
Fit welded sockets
Fit brazed joints with/without insert ring
Other tasks as assigned/needed

Requirements:

Ability to read and interpret ship piping drawings
3+ years experience as a marine commercial nuclear or petro/chem First Class Pipefitter
Must have experience in fabrication of various details and assemblies from drawings
Ability to read a ruler using inches and tenths

Vacation Pay
Health insurance
401(k) profit-sharing savings plan
Incentive programs
Tool purchase programs & MORE!