Senior Marine Hull Shipfitter

West Hill Staffing Group; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct impact on vessels

Skills development

Safety-first team

Career growth

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. in Pascagoula, MS is seeking a Senior Marine Hull Shipfitter. You will cut, grind, and form steel, interpret blueprints, and install hull structures with precision for vessels built to withstand ocean conditions.

The role involves working aloft, in confined spaces, and outdoors, across shifts, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of shipfitting or structural steel fabrication, strong measurement skills, and the ability to read metric and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of shipfitting or structural steel fabrication experience.
• Fluency in reading blueprints (metric and imperial).
• Solid math and measurement skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on fabrication tool experience.

Responsibilities

• Cut, bevel, grind, bend, and form steel components to exact dimensions.
• Interpret blueprints and templates to fit, assemble, and install hull sections.
• Align plates, beams, and modules; tack and secure components.
• Work in various environments, maintain safety, and support shifts to meet milestones.
• Champion safe practices and contribute to teamwork.

Job description

Senior Marine Hull Shipfitter — Pascagoula, MSCompensation: $43.50/hour + $180/day per diem • Schedule: Full-Time • Discipline: Structural Steel & ShipbuildingA day in the yardSun up over Pascagoula. You pick up the day’s drawings, chalk your lines, and begin transforming raw steel into the backbone of a combat-proven vessel. You torch, grind, and shape plate with precision, then team up to align and secure structural members so every bulkhead, deck, and frame lands true. The work is physical, the standards exacting, and the result is a ship ready for the toughest oceans.What you’ll doCut, bevel, grind, bend, and form steel components to exact dimensions and angles.Interpret complex blueprints (metric and imperial) and templates to fit, assemble, and install hull and structural sections.Use craft tools including grinders, hand torches, hydraulic and ratchet jacks, chain falls, come‑alongs, framing squares, levels, and plumb bobs.Align plates, beams, and modules; tack and secure components for accurate structural assembly.Work aloft, in confined spaces, and outdoors in changing weather; support multiple shifts to meet production milestones.Champion safe practices and contribute to a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.What you bring3–5 years of shipfitting or structural steel fabrication experience.Fluency in reading and applying blueprints in both metric and standard units.Strong grasp of structural layout, fit-up, and steel fabrication techniques.Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with fabrication tools.Solid math, reading, and comprehension skills.Track record of safe, high-quality workmanship.PreferredAdvanced know-how in shipboard installs and precision structural alignment.Background in high-volume programs or military ship construction.Leadership potential with interest in mentoring and advancement.Why build hereCompetitive pay: $43.50 per hour plus $180/day per diem.Direct impact on renowned, mission-critical vessels.Ongoing skills development and clear paths to grow your career.Supportive, safety-first team with high standards.Diverse, hands-on work in an industry-leading shipyard.How to applyReady to take the next step? Send your updated resume highlighting your shipfitting and structural fabrication experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly with next steps.Candidate insightsGrow your craft while building world-class ships. Earn competitive compensation in a stable, high-demand industry. If you’re detail-driven, passionate about structural fabrication, and committed to excellence, you’ll make a real impact here.