13 shipfitter jobs found

Position Summary: Eastern Shipbuilding is looking for a Shipfitter 1/C with substantial experience in metal structural part fabrication within the shipbuilding industry. The successful candidate will lay out, fabricate, and brace structural parts like plates, bulkheads, and frames within the hull of ships for riveting or welding, as well as prepare molds and templates for nonstandard part fabrication. Key Responsibilities: Layout and position parts on metal, utilizing blueprints or templates and scribing tools to mark reference lines. Align components using various tools and methods to ensure precise assembly within the ships' hulls. Prepare molds and templates for the creation of specialty parts as specified. Install structural accessories, members, and gaskets, and actively participate in setting up for welding or riveting. Execute daily work assignments and flag cranes, pull angle iron as required. Tack weld clips and brackets, ensuring accountability...

Position Summary: Eastern Shipbuilding is looking for a Shipfitter 2/C to lay out and fabricate metal structural parts for the construction of ships within its shipyard in Panama City, FL. This role requires proficiency in various shipfitting tasks, including alignment, template preparation, welding, and adherence to safety and environmental guidelines. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the alignment of metal structural parts within the hull of ships. Prepare molds and templates for the fabrication of nonstandard parts according to specifications. Install structural accessories such as doors, hatches, brackets, and clips. Perform tack welding of clips and brackets in preparation for permanent welding. Lay out parts, cut with torch or plasma, and rig lifts as required. Work under minimal supervision and complete assigned duties effectively. Qualifications and Skills: High school diploma or GED equivalent with one to three years of shipfitting...

Position Summary: Eastern Shipbuilding is seeking a Shipfitter 1/C capable of laying out and fabricating metal structural parts like plates, bulkheads, and frames, as well as preparing molds and templates for nonstandard parts in ship construction. This vital role demands precision, thorough knowledge of shipfitting processes, and adherence to safety protocols. Key Responsibilities: Review blueprints and plan the layout and positioning of parts within a ship's hull. Mark reference lines and align parts using a variety of hand tools and equipment. Install packing, gaskets, liners, and structural accessories in compliance with specifications. Tack weld clips and brackets in place and fulfill other welding tasks as necessary. Flag cranes, pull angle iron, and perform additional duties associated with ship construction. Contribute to daily assignments and ensure satisfactory completion of shipfitting tasks. Qualifications and Skills: High...

Position Summary: Tampa Bay Ship is currently seeking a highly skilled Shipfitter to join our professional team. The Shipfitter will be responsible for fabricating and assembling metal structures and equipment through the use of welders, cutters, shapers, and measuring tools. The role demands precision and expertise in reading and interpreting blueprints as well as the use of a variety of tools and machines. Key Responsibilities: Lay out, position, align, and fit parts of structural metal products. Operate welding and cutting equipment to join metal parts or fill holes, indentations, or seams. Inspect and test welds and structures to ensure compliance with standards and specifications. Plan and execute the layout of equipment installation and loads to foster operational efficiency. Maintain accurate records and documentation for procedures and specifications for each project. Required Education, Experience, & Skills: Proven experience as a...

Position Summary: Bollinger Shipyard Industries is seeking a Shipfitter A for their Pascagoula, MS location. The candidate will be responsible for the surface preparation of structural metal components and the layout and fabrication of metal structural parts within the hull of a vessel ready for riveting and welding. Key Responsibilities: Layout positioning of parts on metal, working from blueprints or templates, using scribes and hand tools to achieve accurate assembly. Mark reference lines and position parts within a vessel's hull, assisting with alignment using various tools. Mark drill hole locations and install temporary fasteners to secure parts for permanent processes. Tack weld clips and brackets as necessary before final welding. Bend, flange, cut, and shape heavy metal parts with the appropriate equipment. Qualifications: Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings. Experience & Training: Prior...

Position Summary: Bollinger Shipyard in Pascagoula, MS is seeking a Shipfitter Lead A to supervise a group of hourly shipfitters, ensuring quality, safety, and production schedules are met efficiently and cost-effectively. This full-time, non-executive role involves coordinating daily assignments, monitoring work processes, providing guidance, and supporting management in planning and resource allocation. The Shipfitter Lead A works under the direction of a foreman, superintendent, or other plant management. Key Responsibilities: Line up hourly workers on daily assignments Complete daily time entry for hourly workers Monitor job activity, answer questions, provide guidance, and resolve problems Assist plant management with work procedures, equipment, supplies, and manpower planning Select, supervise, instruct, and schedule employees Monitor work processes and products to ensure quality and cost standards Ensure...

Position Summary: General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Shipfitter - Journeyman proficient in new ship construction and repair tasks. The candidate will be responsible for shipfitting, burning, certified plate welding, chipping, and structural layout with minimal supervision. The role requires prior experience or training and the ability to perform precision work involving trigonometry, product design, metal properties, and shop machinery. Key Responsibilities: Perform journeyman-level shipfitting, welding, burning, and other fabrication tasks complying with specifications. Cut, grind, groove, scarf, and trim metal to dimension, contour, or specified level as required. Fabricate metal structural parts, align them accurately, and secure parts into position. Occasional tasks may be assigned relevant to the trade. Qualifications: Previous experience or training in shipfitting, certified plate welding, and structural layout....

Position Summary: BAE Systems is looking for motivated Shipfitters to join our Maritime Solutions team in San Diego, California, for the 3rd shift. This role offers the chance to be part of an innovative company dedicated to delivering life-saving products to the U.S. military. The shipfitters will be integral to all structural phases of hull construction, from fitting and fabricating to assembly and alignment. By joining us, you will engage in meaningful work and become part of a team environment, where you can grow your skills and see the difference you make every day. Key Responsibilities: Engage in all structural phases of a ship’s hull construction, including fitting, fabricating, assembly, and alignment. Conduct layout access cuts and inserts, inspect tanks, and assist with testing. Tack weld as needed and perform installations and rip-outs. Read and interpret blueprints for layout and other shipfitting tasks. Required Education, Experience,...

*** $150 per diem for qualified candidates   Description: Ability to comprehend blueprints, sketches, weld symbols, material types, and templates. Fabricate, align, and assemble structural parts such as plates, bulkheads, and frames. Tack weld clips and brackets into place prior to permanent welding. Solid understanding of shipbuilding and/or manufacturing processes Must be able to demonstrate the ability to accurately perform layout, cutting with a torch, metric measuring, and structurally fitting processes. Erect, set, and makeup complex-shaped shell plates, decks, bulkheads, longitudinal, and trunks. Install and replace hull inserts and penetrations and miscellaneous complex foundations. Requirements : 5 years of 1st class marine shipfitting experience. Experience performing multi-pass tack welding. Ability to use oxygen/propane burning and heating torches. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Must be...

Position Summary: Bollinger Shipyard in Pascagoula, MS is seeking a Heat Straightener B responsible for preparing and ensuring the fairness and straightness of structural metal components according to blueprint specifications. This full-time, non-executive role involves using hand tools and heat shrinking equipment to shape and straighten metal workpieces, contributing to the quality and precision of shipbuilding projects. The Heat Straightener B reports directly to the Foreman. Key Responsibilities: Locate and mark frames and longitudinal positions Shape steel using tack welding clips and brackets Bend, flange, and shape plates, beams, and other heavy metal parts using a heat shrinking torch and water wand Line and spot heat deck panels as needed Straighten doors and bulkheads using hand tools Roll workpieces on flat surfaces or rotate them between centers to identify irregularities visually or with Bridge Cam and Gap...

Position Summary: Bollinger Shipyard in Pascagoula, MS is seeking a Heat Straightener responsible for preparing and ensuring the straightness of structural metal components according to blueprint specifications. This full-time, non-executive role requires the use of hand tools and heat shrinking equipment to shape and straighten metal workpieces, contributing to the precision and quality of shipbuilding operations. The Heat Straightener will report directly to the Foreman. Key Responsibilities: Locate and mark frames and longitudinal positions Shape steel using tack welding clips and brackets Bend, flange, and shape plates, beams, and other heavy metal parts using a heat shrinking torch and water wand Line and spot heat deck panels as needed Straighten doors and bulkheads using hand tools Roll workpieces on flat surfaces or rotate them between centers to detect irregularities visually or with Bridge Cam and Gap gauges...

Position Summary: Tampa Bay Ship is looking for a qualified Marine Rigger to join our skilled workforce in Tampa, FL. This position focuses on executing complex rigging operations, ensuring the safe and precise handling of ship components and other heavy materials within the shipyard. Key Responsibilities: Set up and execute lifts using cranes, hoists, and other rigging tools according to industry standards. Interpret load charts and perform weight calculations for rigging operations. Inspect and maintain rigging equipment, ropes, and slings for defects to ensure reliability. Work closely with crane operators, shipfitters, and other trades to coordinate movement of materials. Adhere to strict safety protocols and participate actively in all safety briefings and trainings. Required Education, Experience, & Skills: Experience in marine rigging or a related field, with a thorough understanding of rigging techniques and equipment. Ability...