Marine Structural Fitter: Shipyard Layout & Fit-Up Expert

alphanumeric; Lockport (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Overtime opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Elite Workforce LLC is seeking a Marine Structural Fitter with at least 3 years of shipyard experience to perform layout, fit-up, and assembly of steel components for marine vessels and offshore structures. Candidate must read marine blueprints and welding symbols, ensuring conformity to shipyard standards.

Responsibilities include precise measurement, fit-up preparation for welding, and collaboration with welders and quality control to maintain tolerances and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Marine Structural Fitter in a shipyard.
• Ability to read marine blueprints, structural drawings, and welding symbols.
• Strong knowledge of shipbuilding and steel fabrication processes.
• Experience fitting structural steel components to precise specifications.
• Ability to safely operate common fitting and fabrication tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret shipbuilding drawings, blueprints, work packages, and structural specifications.
• Lay out, position, align, and fit structural steel components including hull sections, bulkheads, decks, foundations, frames, stiffeners, and brackets.
• Measure, mark, and verify dimensions using tape measures, squares, levels, and other precision measuring tools.
• Perform fit-up operations in preparation for welding and fabrication.
• Use hand tools, power tools, grinders, torches, and other fitting equipment safely and effectively.
• Ensure structural assemblies meet required tolerances, alignment, and quality standards.
• Work closely with welders, supervisors, and quality control personnel to complete assigned tasks.
• Assist with repairs, modifications, and new construction projects as required.
• Follow all company, customer, and shipyard safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Shipyard experience

Fit-up work

Precision measurement

Safety compliance

Tools

Tape measures

Squares

Levels

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Elite Workforce LLC is seeking a Marine Structural Fitter with at least 3 years of shipyard experience to perform layout, fit-up, and assembly of steel components for marine vessels and offshore structures. Candidate must read marine blueprints and welding symbols, ensuring conformity to shipyard standards.

Responsibilities include precise measurement, fit-up preparation for welding, and collaboration with welders and quality control to maintain tolerances and safety.