Journeyman Carpenter Outfitter

Nichols Brothers Shipbuilding; Freeland (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nichols Brothers Boat Builders on Whidbey Island seeks a Journeyman Carpenter / Outfitter to fabricate and assemble marine vessel components, including interiors, sheet metal, cabinetry, HVAC systems, and pilot house elements. This role requires hands-on carpentry, layout, and assembly from blueprints in a shipyard setting.

Beyond basic carpentry, candidates will perform duct work, minor welding, and operate various hand and power tools. Strong safety and teamwork are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High School Education or equivalent.
• 3+ years experience as a Carpenter, Joiner, or Outfitter (Journeyman).
• Shipbuilding/marine experience.
• Basic blue print reading knowledge.
• Safe work practices.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights up to 60 ft.

Responsibilities

• Forms, fits, and fabricates wood structures or sheet metal components to blueprints for marine vessels.
• Installation, repair and tear out of HVAC systems and duct work.
• Study blueprints, sketches, and specs to determine dimensions and setup.
• Measure and layout aboard ship using standard and metric units.
• Tack and weld with MIG/Arc as needed; operate hand/power tools.
• Work from engineering drawings and use shop machinery for final assembly.

Skills

Marine carpentry

Blueprint reading

Woodworking

HVAC installation

Framing

Tool proficiency

Education

High School Education or equivalent

Vocational training

Tools

Woodworking tools

Forklift license

Measuring tools

Ductwork fabrication tools

Job description

NBBB has been building boats on beautiful Whidbey Island since 1964. We are in Freeland, WA where we produce state-of-the-art vessels; tugs, ferries, fire boats, fishing vessels, barges, dinner boats, along with many other sophisticated ships. We build an astonishing variety of vessels and lead in adopting innovative marine technology to serve our customers' needs.We are seeking a Journeyman Carpenter / OutfitterPOSITION SUMMARYThe Journeyman Carpenter / Outfitter will work primarily in fabrication, assembly, subassembly, and final erection of structural components on Marine Vessels, to include but not limited to interiors, sheet metal fabrication and assembly, cabinetry and interiors, HVAC systems and pilot house.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESForms, fits, and fabricates wood structures or sheet metal components to blueprints to build structural elements of marine vessels during all phases of construction and rebuilds.Performs job functions on panel line, fabrication shop, on modular jigs, or on finished assembly.Responsible for installation, repair and tear out of all HVAC systems and installation of new build systems to include construction of duct work.Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.Measures, marks, and scribes layout on metals, plastics, and laminates onboard ship.Measures, marks, and modifies existing and new Vent ducting and joins pieces together with rivets, bolts, flanges, and lap joints.Utilizes hand tools such as grinders, drills, rivet guns, calipers, scribes, combination squares; and a variety of power and hand tools, especially those commonly used in carpentryResponsible for layout, cutting, forming, preparation, and final assembly of all work assignments.Works from standard and metric engineering drawings.Tacks and minor welding with MIG and Arc Welding processes.Uses a variety of forming equipment such as sheers, band saws, rollers, presses, breaks, etc.Knowledge of shipyard safety practices, vessel terminology and use of scissor and boom lifts.Responsible for safe work practices and housekeeping procedures.Work as a member of a team demonstrating skills to adapt, interpret and problem solve.Responsible for expressing ideas concisely and clearly, both orally and in writing.Perform other tasks as directed.**KNOWLEDGE, SKLLS AND ABILITIES **Knowledge of shipyard safety practices,High School Education or equivalent or vocational educationTeam PlayerMANDATORY REQUIREMENTSHigh School Education or equivalentAble to understand and perform basic mathematicsKnowledge of basic hand and power toolsWillingness to learn the trade and attend training as required (Entry Level Applicants Only)Team Player3+ Years experience as a Carpenter, Joiner, or Outfitter (for Journeyman Applicants Only)Shipbuilding/marine experienceBasic Blue Print Reading KnowledgeSafe Work PracticesExperience working around Heavy MachineryAbility to work Overtime as necessaryAbility to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. must be able to work at heights of 60 ft. Must be able to enter confined spaces using a respirator, and work in small workspaces at odd angles.Good verbal communication skillsPREFERRED REQUIREMENTSConstruction or Shipyard experience a plus for entry level applicantsNichols Brothers Boat Builders is a drug free workplace, and all applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.Equal Employment Opportunity: All employment decisions at Nichols Brothers Boat Builders are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Nichols Brothers Boat Builders will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristicsYou should be proficient in:WoodworkingEquipment TroubleshootingVisual Inspection AidsField MeasurementsTape Measure ReadingForklift LicensedFramingDrywall InstallationFinish and Rough CarpentryCabinet InstallationPrecision Measurement & InspectionExcellent Communication SkillsShop Math SkillsBlueprint ReadingJoinerylayout & Fit-UpMarine CarpentrymillworkOutfittingShip buildingship repairHand Tool proficiency