Ship Fitter (1st Class) – Marine Structural Fabrication

The Contractor Consultants; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay Cycle

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus Program

Paid Training and Certifications

Safety Equipment Provided

Personal Tool Replacement Program

Overtime Opportunities

Job summary

Legacy Industries is seeking 12 skilled 1st Class Ship Fitters / Structural Fitters to join our Field Operations team. In this full-time role, you will fit and assemble steel structures on marine vessels including tugboats, push boats, and small barges.

You’ll perform project preparation, steel layout and fitting, and hands‑on fabrication and welding of structural components. If you have a passion for marine construction and hands‑on steel work, this is your opportunity to thrive in a dynamic

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in shipyard/marine structural fitting or related heavy fabrication work
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings
• Skilled in burning, beveling, and steel fabrication using hand torches
• Must pass a drug test and physical
• No formal education or certifications required; skills tested onsite

Responsibilities

• Fit and assemble steel structures for marine vessels
• Lay out and fabricate steel components to specification
• Burn, wash, and bevel steel with hand torches
• Read and interpret blueprints and construction specifications
• Measure, cut, and install structural plate, pipe, beams, and related components
• Conduct quality inspections on assembled parts
• Adhere to safety and quality standards on site

Skills

Shipyard experience

Blueprint reading

Hand torch welding

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Job description

Legacy Industries is seeking 12 skilled 1st Class Ship Fitters / Structural Fitters to join our Field Operations team. In this full-time role, you will fit and assemble steel structures on marine vessels including tugboats, push boats, and small barges.

You’ll perform project preparation, steel layout and fitting, and hands‑on fabrication and welding of structural components. If you have a passion for marine construction and hands‑on steel work, this is your opportunity to thrive in a dynamic