Hiring Shipfitters
On-site · National City, California, United States
Job Summary
Assembles, cuts, and grinds metal structural parts to include plates, bulkheads, strong backs, turnbuckles, and come-alongs. Aligns parts in relation to each other. Tacks and welds foundation and structural members. Performs lay out work according to blueprints or reference lines. Marks location of holes to be drilled, drives wedges and installs temporary fasteners to hold part in place for welding. Performs other related tasks as assigned. This role requires shipyard experience, ability to read blueprints, and a T-1 welding certificate for FCAW (highly recommended for SMAW) with hands-on assessment readiness; must work at heights and in confined spaces, and can operate high-reaching equipment and cranes.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum two years of on the job experience
- demonstrated knowledge of blueprint reading
- ship terminology
- different metals
- Good burning, welding and craftsmanship skills
- Mechanical ability preferred
- T-1 welding certificate required for FCAW (flux core)
- SMAW (stick) optional but highly recommended
- Ability to pass hands on assessment test conducted by shipyard
- Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and on any assigned shift
- Must comprehend written and verbal instructions (in English)
- Must be able to hear warning signals, read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings
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