Position: Pipefitter Work Leader (Submarines)

We are seeking a Pipefitter Work Leader to join our team at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PHNSY & IMF) Detachment in Guam. This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing piping systems for air, water, steam, heat, power, and hydraulics on submarines. Key responsibilities include planning system layouts based on blueprints, inspecting work for quality and adherence to standards, mentoring other pipefitters, researching new technologies and best practices, creating jigs and fixtures to enhance production, and communicating with management regarding project schedules. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality assurance are essential for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead production progress reviews, plan, and schedule production work assignments.
• Determine work assignments, take corrective action on production delays, and resolve issues with job orders (JO)/JICs, Task Group Instructions (TGI), plans, and specifications.
• Ensure that all necessary tools, equipment, and materials are available for job completion.
• Monitor and check work in progress and upon completion to ensure compliance with instructions, quality standards, and deadlines.
• Provide guidance and advice to employees, ensuring they follow work methods and meet deadlines; demonstrate proper work methods as needed.
• Communicate with managers to resolve issues that arise during work, providing information on work status, causes of delays, and operational challenges.
• Ensure safety and housekeeping rules are followed, including proper use of tools and adherence to machine capacities.
• Participate in discussions to obtain information on work projects, availability of materials, and engineering plans; provide input on production assignments and progress estimates.
• Monitor work progress through site visits and daily reports, ensuring that trades work is completed according to schedules and specifications.
• Conduct work site evaluations to identify project status, address changes in work schedules, and resolve conflicts or delays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Naval Shipyard Production Work on Los Angeles Class and Virginia Class submarines.
• Extensive knowledge of trades and craft operations involved in ship/submarine maintenance, repair, overhaul, and modification.
• Proven experience in planning, scheduling, and leading production work in a naval shipyard or similar environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical instructions, engineering drawings, and work procedures.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to guide and instruct employees at various levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage work schedules, and resolve operational challenges.