Pipefitter - Facilities (Antarctica)

About the role

Amentum is hiring a seasonal contract Pipefitter to support the National Science Foundation's United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). The pipefitter performs maintenance or construction welding tasks, alone or in combination, under the supervision of the Plumbing Foreman, with tasking based on prior experience and ASC schedule needs.

Key responsibilities

• Perform pipe welding and general welding on maintenance and construction projects, including cutting, fitting, connecting and installing piping
• Respond promptly to emergency service calls during and outside normal hours
• Document hours worked, tasking, materials and processes accurately
• Follow job plans, schematics, blueprints, vendor manuals and specifications, and follow SOPs
• Work outdoors in windy, extremely cold conditions and deploy to remote research facilities (McMurdo only)
• Use computer-based labor, material and maintenance tracking applications and work with other departments
• Take part in safety programs, community programs and environmental, safety and health requirements

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 4 years of experience in pipe fitting and pipe welding
• 6G welding certification at hire, with a passing 6G exam before deployment
• Willingness to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods, with medical, dental, drug screening, background checks and US citizenship
• Valid US driver's license and ability to lift and work in extreme cold

Required skills

• Reading and interpreting design drawings, specifications and diagrams
• Experience in construction and/or maintenance of commercial and industrial facilities
• Computer experience and willingness to learn tracking applications
• Preferred: experience with various pipe materials and prior cold-weather welding