Industrial shipbuilding, repair and complex fabrication for marine, infrastructure, energy and defense projects.
Perform pipe fabrication, assembly, and repair aboard ships, following blueprints.
15 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Field
Company Size
1,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Marine Services
Shipbuilding
Engineering
Design
Repair Services
Project Management
Consulting
Fabrication
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Defense
Energy
Infrastructure
Maritime
Shipbuilding
Ship Repair
Industrial Services
Role
Description
pipe tracing
pipe fabrication
hydro pump
welding
rigging
blueprint reading
Recognizes and traces various pipe systems aboard vessels, including steam, lube oil, salt water, fresh water, hydraulics, cargo, crude oil and/or product, compressed air, etc.
Positions, adjust pipes, valves into position. Must horizontally transfer pipes, valves requiring a force up to (60 lbs.), up to (6/hr.), a distance up to (2 ft.).
Tests and operates hydro pumps up to 5,000 psi.
Disassembles/assembles and/or repair of shipboard systems.
Sets up and operates flushing machine.
Determines sizes and schedules of pipes/take off of fittings (90o, 45o, and tees) utilized in the fabrication and/or repair of systems.
Transfers materials on/off bench, pallet, and install on vessel. Requires vertically/horizontally transferring materials weighing up to (75 lbs.) from (4”) to (48”), up to (10/hr.), a distance of up to (25 feet) without mechanical assistance.
Lays out, targets and fabricates various pipe (P-1 and below) to quality assurance standards.
Operates pipe threading machine, pipe bender, and Oakey bevelers.
Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures.
Transfers pipe, valves, tools, welding stinger to/from area of need. Requires vertically transferring pipe, valves, tools, welding stinger weighing up to (10 lbs.) from (4”) to (76”), up to (60/hr).
Makes competent weldments, i.e., targeting pipe and hanger.
Performs rigging (as applicable to pipe and valve systems) - standards, terms, signals and safe working loads.
Uses a tape measure.
Transfers parts (spools) to/from area of need. Requires vertically/horizontally transferring parts (spools) weighing up to (40 lbs.) from (4”) to (76”), up to (4/hr.), a distance of up to (25 feet) without mechanical assistance.
Traces, disassemble, assemble, layout, weld pipe systems aboard vessels. Requires repetitive assumption of posture to access a point (1 inches) from the floor up to (60/hr.).
Places rod in welding stinger, advance flex core wire feed, use power tools such as impact wrenches, grinders requiring coupling forces up to (25 lbs.), up to (60/hr.).
Accesses tanks, bilge areas. Accesses spaces with specific entries (18”) x (24”).
Transfers fabricated parts on/off shop table, pallet. Requires vertically transferring fabricated parts weighing up to (40 lbs.) from (4”) to (40”), up to (20/hr.).
Reads blueprints to identify locations of various pipe systems.
Requirements
hazwoper
fire watch
5 years
hs diploma
welding
pipe threading
Accesses shop, tools, materials, vessels, job location. Requires walking up to (3.0 mi.) in (8 hr.).
HAZWOPER –First Responder Awareness Level
Accesses pipe systems, works off manlifts, scaffolding. Must tolerate heights up to (100 ft.).
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Works outdoors: Frequently exposed to prevailing weather conditions.
Accesses tanks, scaffolding. Requires climbing ladder up to 200 rungs/hr. in (8 hr.).
Accesses vessels, job locations. Requires climbing stairs up to 180 steps/hr. in (8 hr.).
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
Proven skills, work history and/or applicable education will be considered in lieu of work experience.
5 years relevant work experience.
Works indoors: Frequently works indoors in environments which may have fumes, chemicals and heat, as well as noise and dust present, depending upon the location of the pipe.
Communicates effectively, works independently or in a group.
Safety equipment required:must wear welding helmet, hard hat, clothing with no holes, long sleeve shirts, eye protection, respirator, hearing protection, and leather shoes.
Successfully completes sustained work at various heights, including, but not limited to 100 feet.
Accesses interior of pipes to weld same. Must work in spaces with limited headroom of (24”).
Four-hour fire watch certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire
Requires (near/far/depth/color) vision to operate pipe threading machine, pipe bender, Oakey beveler; to fit, weld, layout pipe; to read tape measure.
Stands to operate pipe threading machine, pipe bender, Oakey beveler; to fit, weld, layout pipe. Requires tolerance of standing posture up to (50 min.) continuously, for a total of up to (6 hr.) per (8 hr.).
Properly cares for and safely uses hand and power tools and all company property.
Ability to do basic math, i.e., add, subtract, divide and multiply.
Sits to weld. Requires tolerance of seated posture up to (45 min.) continuously, for a total of up to (6 hr.) per (8 hr.).
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
must pass drug and alcohol test and background check as pre‑employment screening.
Company
Overview
1995 Founded
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1995 from a rescued ship repair yard, marking the beginning of its maritime and industrial engineering journey.
7 Facilities
Major operational sites
The company operates seven major facilities across the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, showcasing its extensive infrastructure capabilities.
2017 Contract
Landmark US Army project
Secured a significant US Army landing craft contract in 2017, highlighting its expertise in defense and government vessel programs.
2019 Ownership
New ownership milestone
Acquired by The Carlyle Group and Stellex Capital in 2019, marking a new era of growth and scaling across sectors.
Delivers high-stakes projects: from ferries, tugs and landing craft to nuclear containment vessels and aerospace structures.
Excels in industrial infrastructure: fabricating bridge girders, dam gates, power boilers and space-launch towers.
Blends maritime heritage and industrial engineering in hybrid projects spanning ship repair to nuclear-energy infrastructure.
Culture + Values
A commitment to a safe and healthy work environment.
Driving continuous improvement and innovative solutions.
Delivering the highest standards in everything we do.
Working together to achieve shared success.
Acting with honesty and transparency.
Taking ownership of results and actions.
Environment + Sustainability
2040 Target
Net Zero Emissions
The company has set a goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, demonstrating a commitment to reducing environmental impact in its operations and services.
Committed to sustainability in operations and services.
Focus on reducing environmental impact in shipbuilding and marine services.
Promoting energy efficiency and reducing waste in all areas of operation.
Development of clean energy technologies for the maritime industry.
Inclusion & Diversity
Vigor strives to maintain an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workforce.
Emphasis on attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent.
Gender parity in leadership roles across the company.
Active programs to promote an inclusive and supportive work environment.