Pipefitter shortage tied to union dispute CBC
Kiewit Offshore Services, which is building the modules at the Marystown fabrication yard, has been advertising for the tradespeople, saying they are needed immediately.
There is no shortage of pipefitters, but the Marystown yard pays less than they would earn under a construction industry contract. The yard also hasn't been paying housing or travel allowances.
Now, Kiewit manager Frank Smith says the company will ante up more cash.