Aluminum Ship Fitter

Hutco, Inc.; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Prescription

Vision Coverage

Short Term Disability Benefits

Job summary

Hutco, Inc. is seeking a 1st Class Aluminum Ship Fitter to work in Lockport, LA. Applicants should have at least 3 years of shipyard experience and be capable of layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems based on blueprints.

Qualified candidates must pass a hands-on skills test, drug screening and E-Verify, and comply with PPE requirements (hard hat, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, gloves). Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of shipyard experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and fabricate or modify pipe systems.
• Capable of working in confined spaces and at heights up to 30 ft.

Responsibilities

• Performs layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems from blueprints.
• Fits pipe and prepares joints for welding according to system requirements.
• Manages entry into confined spaces and traverses vertical and horizontal work areas.
• Operates tools and equipment required for ship fitting and pipe work.

Skills

Ship fitting experience

Job description

Currently looking for 1st Class Aluminum Ship Fitters to work in Lockport, La. To be considered for this Ship Fitter opportunity, you must have at least 3 years of experience working in Shipyards.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass hands-on skills test.
• Must pass drug test and E-Verify.
• Personal Protective Equipment:
  • Hard Hat, Steel Toe Safety Boots, Safety Glasses, Gloves

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems. Fits pipe and properly prepares joints for welding to meet the specific requirements of the system on which work is being done. Works from blueprints and makes fabrication sketches from which another mechanic could fabricate a unit of pipe.
• Comprehend blueprints, sketches, and templates.
• Have knowledge of equipment, work processes, and techniques used for this role including the ability to perform all functions of the position in conformity with applicable regulations and generally observed safety practices.
• Enter and move through manholes to reach and work in internally confined spaces.
• Manipulate and transport loads up to 50 pounds over distances of up to 200 feet approximately 1 to 6 times during each 8 hour shift, occasionally 75 pounds.
• Manipulate and operate all machines and tools essential to the performance of the position of Ship Fitter.
• Traverse gangways and scaffolding at varying heights.
• Traverse and negotiate uneven surfaces and uneven heights between dock and vessel.
• Ascend and work at heights of up to 30 feet.
• Stooping, squatting, twisting, kneeling, lifting, and reaching.

BENEFITS:

A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care. Available plans include:

• Medical / Prescription
• Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability Benefits

Hutco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).