Gulf Coast Marine Shipfitter — Hands-On Fabrication & Assembly

AAA-USA Inc; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Referral Programs

Job summary

AAA USA is actively hiring an experienced Marine Shipfitter to fabricate, assemble, and install structural parts of ships in accordance with blueprints, specifications, and shipyard standards. You will read and interpret drawings, cut and fit components, lay out reference points, and collaborate with welders and pipefitters to complete vessel construction.

Relocation assistance is available for Gulf Coast projects in Pascagoula, MS; Lockport, LA; and Houma, LA, with competitive pay and overtime

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of ship fitting or related fabrication experience in a shipyard or heavy industrial setting.
• Ability to read and understand shipyard drawings and blueprints.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and measuring instruments.
• Familiarity with shipyard safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in various environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine layout, assembly, and installation procedures.
• Cut, align, fit, and tack structural parts of ships using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Lay out reference points and lines on ship components using measuring instruments.
• Assemble hulls, bulkheads, frames, and other structural components in proper alignment.
• Use cutting torches, grinders, and hand tools to prepare metal surfaces and cut material.
• Ensure quality and accuracy in fitting and fabrication work.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Assist with lifting and positioning large components using cranes, hoists, or rigging.
• Collaborate with welders, pipefitters, and other trades to complete vessel construction or repair.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

Welding

Shipyard assembly

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Cutting torches

Measuring instruments

Job description

AAA USA is actively hiring an experienced Marine Shipfitter to fabricate, assemble, and install structural parts of ships in accordance with blueprints, specifications, and shipyard standards. You will read and interpret drawings, cut and fit components, lay out reference points, and collaborate with welders and pipefitters to complete vessel construction.

Relocation assistance is available for Gulf Coast projects in Pascagoula, MS; Lockport, LA; and Houma, LA, with competitive pay and overtime