1st Class Shipfitter (Night Shift)

Bollinger Shipyards; Lockport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards in Lockport, LA is seeking a 1st Class Shipfitter (Night Shift) to perform layout, cutting, metric measuring and structural fitting on ships. The role requires precision and adherence to specs.

You will lay out structures, cut materials with a torch, and measure using metric units, ensuring quality and safety standards. Collaboration with the team is essential to complete projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of ship fitting experience.
• Ability to perform layout, torch cutting, and metric measuring.
• Proficiency in structural fitting processes.
• Must pass hands-on craft test per craft classification.

Responsibilities

• Perform layout and structural fitting processes accurately.
• Cut materials using a torch.
• Measure materials using metric measurements (cm, mm, etc.).
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and specifications.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean working environment.
• Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently.

Skills

Ship fitting techniques

Torch cutting

Metric measurement

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety standards

Tools

Torch

Job description

Job Title

1st Class Shipfitter (Night Shift)

Location

Lockport, LA

Position Overview

A 1st Class Shipfitter is responsible for performing layout, cutting, metric measuring, and structural fitting processes on ships.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform layout and structural fitting processes accurately.
• Cut materials using a torch.
• Measure materials using metric measurements (cm, mm, etc.).
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and specifications.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean working environment.
• Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 months of ship fitting experience.
• Ability to accurately perform layout, cutting with a torch, and metric measuring.
• Proficiency in structural fitting processes.
• Ability to successfully pass a hands-on craft test in accordance with craft classification.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of ship fitting techniques and best practices.
• Proficiency in using torches for cutting materials.
• Ability to perform accurate measurements using metric units.
• Attention to detail and precision in fitting processes.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safety standards and practices related to ship fitting.

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.