Shipfitter

Tecnico; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company in Chesapeake, Virginia is seeking qualified Shipfitters with 1 to 5 years of experience in shipyards. Responsibilities include completing tasks safely, reviewing technical specifications, and coordinating with supervisors. Candidates must pass drug screenings and obtain a facility security pass. The role requires physical capabilities to work in various environmental conditions and the ability to lift and move weights as necessary.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 to 5 years of experience as a Shipfitter in a shipyard based on class level.
• Ability to pass Drug Screening and Work Ability Screening is essential.
• Must be able to obtain a Government facility security pass.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned tasks following safety standards.
• Review work package details for technical specifications.
• Coordinate job-related aspects with supervisors and customers.

Skills

Shipfitting expertise

Technical reading

Ability to use hand tools

Job description

Summary:

• Complete assigned tasks in a safe manner by wearing all required PPE, and by adhering to all applicable safety requirements and standards of the company, customer, and/or regulatory group.
• Recognize QA requirements, and report any circumstances that need attention to the QA Department or immediate supervisor.
• Identify processes that will have to be accomplished at the shop and fill out all necessary paperwork.
• Communicate with the supervisor, customer, or designated representative to coordinate specific job-related aspects and ensure job continuity.
• Follow company, and customer policies, regulations, procedures, and other necessary requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review details of the work package such as technical information, specification items, drawings, manuals, sketches, etc.
• Skilled in layout, rip out, modification, installation, replacement, and repair of structures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Able to withstand environmental factors such as: Outside weather conditions, High, precarious places, Exposed to fumes and airborne particles, Very loud noise level.
• Required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms on a regular basis.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and seek assistance with weights over 50 lbs.
• Occasionally perform other physical activities as required, such as: Stooping, Bending, Squatting, Climbing (including but not limited to, vertical and incline ladders, masts, and kingposts), Crawling (including but not limited to, through scuttles, manhole covers, tanks, and voids)

Standard Documents:

• ABS
• MIL STD 1689-A
• MIL STD 2035
• MSC General Technical Requirements (GTR)
• NAVSEA Standard Items
• General Specifications/Overhaul of Ships
• OSHA 2268

Experience Requirements:

• 3rd Class = 1½ - 3 years of experience working as a Shipfitter in a shipyard.
• 2nd Class = 2 - 4 years of experience working as a Shipfitter in a shipyard.
• 1st Class = 4 - 5 years of experience working as a Shipfitter in a shipyard.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to pass Drug Screening, Work Ability Screening.
• Must be able to obtain a Government facility security pass.