Job Description
Position Summary: St. Johns Shipbuilding is currently looking for a Carpenter to join our shipyard team in Palatka, FL. The Carpenter will be involved in a variety of construction and repair tasks for marine vessels, applying expertise in woodworking to contribute to the structural integrity and aesthetics of our ships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Construct, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures on marine vessels.
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine dimensions and materials required.
- Measure, cut, shape, and assemble wooden components using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspect and replace damaged framework or other wooden structures and fixtures.
- Collaborate with other trades to ensure timely completion of projects to high quality standards.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
- Proven carpentry experience, preferably in a maritime environment.
- Ability to work with a variety of tools and equipment used in carpentry.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods and carpentry techniques.
- Good manual dexterity and a keen eye for detail.
Location: Palatka, FL, USA
Experience Required: Experience as a carpenter, with a preference for candidates with experience in marine vessel construction or repair.
Experience
We are located on the Southeast Coast with excellent access to all of the Mid Atlantic and New England as well as the Caribbean and Gulf Coast. Our facility sits on a beautiful, partially wooded site along the St. Johns River in Putnam County, Florida approximately 68 miles south of Jacksonville, Fla., at marker 31. The St. Johns River is easily accessible to the Intracoastal Waterway and open to the Atlantic Ocean at Jacksonville, Florida.
We offer a 850 ton dry dock, a crane capacity of 500 tons, 2,400 feet of water frontage with over 900 feet of bulkhead including a 400-ft launch basin, two rail launch systems, a 425-ft by 75-ft fabrication shop as well as complete carpentry, electrical and machine shops.