Fitter

Trident Maritime Systems; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized manufacturing company located in Newport News, Virginia, is seeking a skilled fitter responsible for fabricating and assembling structural components. This role involves analyzing blueprints, using various tools and welding equipment, and ensuring safety compliance on-site. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, proven fitter experience, and strong analytical skills. Join a collaborative team dedicated to quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a fitter.
• Sound knowledge of fitting practices.
• The ability to use hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints for structural items to determine specifications.
• Construct structural components from raw materials.
• Use welding equipment to fuse structural components.

Skills

Fitting practices

Welding

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Overview

We are looking to hire a hard-working and skilled fitter to fabricate, fit, and assemble the structural components of various types. The fitter's responsibilities include keeping accurate records of all work done, repairing various jobs, and evening out any rough spots on the fabricated components using grinders, hand files, and scrapers. You should also be able to collaborate with other Fitters on large-scale projects.

Fitter Responsibilities

• Analyzing the blueprints for structural items to determine the specifications of the components to be constructed.
• Constructing structural components from raw materials.
• Using welding equipment to fuse structural components.
• Inspecting fabricated components to ensure that they are the correct size.
• Utilizing shears, power saws, cutting torches, and chipper knives to cut structural components as needed.
• Replacing damaged or defective structural components as needed.
• Adhering to all work-site safety rules and regulations.

Fitter Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Proven experience working as a fitter.
• Sound knowledge of fitting practices.
• The ability to use hand and power tools.
• The ability to interpret blueprints for various structural components.
• The ability to concentrate for extended periods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional welding and mechanical skills.