Pipefitter / Steamfitter for US Navy Program

About the role

The Pipefitter/Steamfitter will join Amentum’s team supporting a US Navy program on Diego Garcia. The position involves inspecting, maintaining, repairing and certifying boilers, unfired pressure vessels and associated steam and water generation systems.

Key responsibilities

• Certify boilers and unfired pressure vessels (UPVs) in compliance with UFC 3‑430‑07 or P‑606 requirements.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on the Steam Generation Plant, Demineralized Water Plant and related distribution/collection systems.
• Inspect, repair and replace piping, valves, pumps and other components to ensure safety and reliability.
• Troubleshoot system malfunctions, diagnose faults and execute repairs to minimize downtime.
• Conduct welding, cutting, bending and pressure testing, including hydrostatic tests, to restore or construct piping systems.
• Monitor and maintain control systems for steam and water generation equipment.
• Document all maintenance actions, certifications and operational logs in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid passport with at least one year remaining validity.
• Ability to pass contract medical requirements and maintain physical readiness.
• Proven experience with steam systems, water generation systems and complex piping infrastructure.

Required skills

• Boiler and UPV certification (UFC 3‑430‑07, P‑606).
• Pipefitting and steamfitting techniques including welding, cutting, bending.
• Pressure and hydrostatic testing.
• Valve, pump and piping system repair.
• Troubleshooting of high‑pressure steam and water systems.