B Class Structural Fitter

Austal USA; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA in Mobile, Alabama is seeking a Fabrication Supervisor to oversee shipfitting functions and ensure safe practices on job sites. Key responsibilities include executing layout work, fitting operations, and adhering to quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate should have experience as a Trade Assistant and demonstrate competency as a B-Class Fitter. The position requires flexibility for shifts and the ability to work with various materials, tools, and safety equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ experience as a Trade Assistant at Austal or 1 year related experience.
• Pass approved B Class Fitter test for Aluminum and/or Steel.
• Willing to train lower-skilled workers.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow directions, maintaining job site organization.
• Perform basic layout of plates and materials with minimal supervision.
• Monitor compliance with quality, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Proficiency as a B-Class Fitter

Ability to interpret job specifications

Knowledge of shipyard terminology

Flexibility for shift work

Job description

Reporting

Fabrication Supervisor

Supervises

N/A

Authorities / Responsibilities

• Understand and follow directions, maintain cleanliness and organization on assigned job sites.
• Accountable for completing daily work assignments, signing off on work completion and quality.
• Perform basic layout of plates, materials and weldments using basic engineering sketches, drawings, and diagrams with minimal supervision.
• Perform shipfitting functions including fit‑up of structure, cutting, sniping, sanding, grinding, prepping, tacking, arc gouging and back gouging of steel welds through mechanical flame.
• Perform fitting operations with limited supervision using standard shipfitting equipment (milling discs, sanders, grinders, burr motors, band saws, skill saws, saws all, cutting torches, arc gougers, plate magnets, general fitting aids, come along and chain falls, etc.).
• Obtain GMAW ABS ‘B’ Class Weld Certification for aluminum and/or FCAW ‘B’ Class Weld Certification for steel.
• Perform safe and effective use of craft‑related tools and equipment.
• Interpret job specifications and perform work on marine vessels.
• Monitor working environment for compliance with quality, safety, environmental and health regulations.
• May be assigned to work any shift or perform tasks outside craft as required.
• Comply with company Equal Opportunity and Anti‑Harassment Policy.

Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience

• Minimum 6 months’ experience as a Trade Assistant at Austal or 1 year related experience in a similar industry.
• Pass approved B Class Fitter test for Aluminum and/or Steel.
• Demonstrate proficiency and competency as a B‑Class Fitter under Austal supervision.
• Willing to work with and train lower‑skilled workers.
• Ability to interpret job specifications and perform work on marine vessels.
• Knowledge of equipment, work processes and techniques used in measuring and fitting of aluminum/steel components, modules and vessels.
• Proficiency in metric system calculations.
• Knowledge of shipyard terminology such as general ship structure and vessel layout.
• Ability to work any shift or overtime as required; schedule must be flexible.

Physical Demands

• Must stand, walk, manipulate, reach with hands and arms; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; talk or hear; occasionally sit.
• Must bend, squat, stoop, crawl, kneel; perform prolonged standing.
• Ability to turn head side to side and about the vertical axis, and body at waist.
• Lift/push/pull 50–75 lbs occasionally, up to 20 lbs frequently.
• Climb safely via stairs, scaffolding, ladders, or ramps; work at heights above 12 ft.
• Use personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel‑toe shoes, goggles, respirator, harness, heat/cold protection).
• Work in confined spaces, 18” x 36” openings, and under loud noise.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Austal USA is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. All workplace relationships will be professional and free of bias, prejudice, and harassment. Individuals with disabilities or application challenges are encouraged to contact 251‑445‑1932 for assistance.