Ship Fitter

Hutco, Inc.; Moss Point (MS); On-site; USD 7,749 - 33,210; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Short Term Disability

Job summary

Hutco, Inc. is hiring shipfitters in Moss Point, MS. Responsibilities include fabricating, assembling and erecting metal parts for modular marine units. You will read blueprints, measure accurately, operate grinders and torches, and pass a welding assessment. Drug test and E-Verify are required.

The role requires 2–4 years of craft experience, the ability to work various shifts, and tolerance for confined spaces and heights in marine environments.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and writing skills plus basic math.
• Capable of operating a grinder and passing a tack welding assessment test.
• Must be able to read a tape measure (standard and metric).
• Knowledge of basic blueprints and able to fit flat butt with little or no supervision.
• Able to burn and bevel with hand torch, hydraulic and ratchet jacks; familiar with common hand tools.
• Must pass drug test (HFT) and E-Verify.
• Able to work all shifts and in confined spaces or at heights.

Responsibilities

• Operate tools and equipment for fabrication, assembly, and erection of metal parts for modular marine vessels.
• Read blueprints and measurements to ensure proper fit and alignment.
• Work safely in marine/construction environments and comply with EEO policies.

Skills

Reading & writing

Math

Tape measure reading

Blueprint reading

Grinder operation

Tack welding

Working at heights

Confined spaces

Tools

Grinder

Hand torch

Beveling equipment

Tape measure

Job description

Range of Pay: $42.00 and $180.00 Daily Per Diem for those who qualify

Description: Shipfitters are responsible for the use of various tools and equipment in the fabrication, assemble and erection of metal parts for the construction of modular units utilized in the various stages of the building of a marine vessel.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 – 4 years craft experience
• Basic reading and writing skills along with basic math.
• Capable of operating a grinder and passing a tack welding assessment test.
• Must be able to read a tape measure (standard and metric)
• Must have knowledge of basic blueprints and able to fit flat butt with little or no supervision
• Must be able to burn and bevel with hand torch, hydraulic and ratchet jacks along with chain falls and come-a-longs; familiar with hand tools such as combination squares, framing squares, hand levels and plumb bobs used in the marine and construction environments; capable of utilizing various beveling and burning equipment.
• Must pass drug test (HFT) and E-Verify
• Must be able to work all shifts
• Must be able to work in confined spaces, ascend and work at heights, under all weather conditions

Benefits: A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care. Available plans include:

• Medical/Prescription
• Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability Benefits

Hutco is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Moss Point, MS 39563