Experienced Shipfitter — Naval Shipyard, Overtime & Benefits

Torrey Holistics; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Referral Bonus

Job summary

LEAD Staffing in Norfolk, VA is seeking an experienced Shipfitter to support shipyard operations. The role involves laying out, fitting, and assembling ship structural components per engineering drawings and specifications.

The candidate should have at least 3 years in shipfitting, strong blueprint reading skills, and the ability to coordinate with welders. Overtime and weekend schedules may be required; a background check and drug screening will be conducted.

Qualifications

• 3+ years shipfitting experience in a marine/shipyard.
• Strong blueprint reading and structural layout skills.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and structural fitting equipment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness to undergo background check and drug screening.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends and extended schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, fit, and tack weld structural components including frames, bulkheads, decks, and brackets.
• Set up and align structural assemblies using precision measuring tools.
• Fabricate temporary staging, shoring, and strong-backs as needed.
• Read and interpret structural drawings, blueprints, and offset tables.
• Coordinate with welders and other trades for component installation.
• Ensure dimensional accuracy and alignment before and after welding.
• Use burning, grinding, and cutting equipment for material preparation.
• Follow all shipyard safety procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Structural layout

Hand tools

Power tools

Structural fitting equipment

Welding coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

LEAD Staffing in Norfolk, VA is seeking an experienced Shipfitter to support shipyard operations. The role involves laying out, fitting, and assembling ship structural components per engineering drawings and specifications.

The candidate should have at least 3 years in shipfitting, strong blueprint reading skills, and the ability to coordinate with welders. Overtime and weekend schedules may be required; a background check and drug screening will be conducted.