Shipfitter 1st Class

West Hill Staffing Group LLC; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 124,645,000 - 146,026,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Per diem

Career advancement potential

Safe team environment

Hands-on shipyard work

Job summary

West Hill Staffing Group LLC is seeking a Shipfitter 1st Class in Pascagoula, MS, offering $43.50/hour with a $180/day per diem. This full‑time role focuses on assembling steel structures and ensuring precise ship components for warships and other vessels.

In this hands‑on position, you will read blueprints, fit and weld components, and work across shifts in varying conditions. A strong safety record and 3–5 years of experience are expected, with growth opportunities in a premier shipyard

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of shipfitting or structural steel fabrication experience.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints (metric and standard).
• Solid understanding of structural layout and steel fabrication techniques.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with fabrication tools.
• Strong math, reading, and comprehension abilities.
• Proven commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Cut, grind, bend, and shape steel components to specified measurements and angles.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints and templates to assemble and install structural ship parts.
• Use trade-specific tools to fabricate and fit steel plates and beams.
• Align and secure metal components for accurate structural assembly.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying weather conditions across multiple shifts to meet production schedules.
• Maintain exemplary safety standards, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.

Skills

Shipfitting

Blueprint reading

Structural fabrication

Mathematics

Safety compliance

Tools

Grinders

Hand torches

Hydraulic jacks

Ratchet jacks

Chain falls

Come-a-longs

Framing squares

Levels

Plumb bobs

Job description

Shipfitter 1st Class — Pascagoula, MS — $43.50/hour + $180/day per diem | Full-Time | Structural Steel & Shipbuilding

About the Role

Join a premier shipbuilding team constructing battle-tested vessels for the future. As a Shipfitter 1st Class, you'll be at the core of assembling and fitting steel structures, ensuring ships are built to the highest standards of strength and precision. This is a hands‑on opportunity for experienced professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and take pride in craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Cut, grind, bend, and shape steel components to specified measurements and angles.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints and templates to assemble and install structural ship parts.
• Use trade-specific tools (grinders, hand torches, hydraulic/ratchet jacks, chain falls, come-a-longs, framing squares, levels, plumb bobs) to fabricate and fit steel plates and beams.
• Align and secure metal components for accurate structural assembly.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying weather conditions across multiple shifts to meet production schedules.
• Maintain exemplary safety standards, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.

Required Skills and Experience

• 3-5 years of shipfitting or structural steel fabrication experience.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints (metric and standard).
• Solid understanding of structural layout and steel fabrication techniques.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with fabrication tools.
• Strong math, reading, and comprehension abilities.
• Proven commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Preferred Skills

• Advanced knowledge of shipboard installation and structural alignment.
• Experience in high-volume or military vessel construction.
• Leadership potential for future advancement.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $43.50 per hour + $180/day per diem.
• Opportunity to work on renowned, mission‑critical vessels.
• Ongoing skills development and career advancement potential.
• Supportive team environment committed to safety and high standards.
• Diverse, hands‑on work in an industry-leading shipyard.

Candidate Insights

Gain hands‑on experience building world‑class ships, unlock competitive compensation, and grow your career in a stable, high‑demand industry. If you are a detail‑oriented professional with a passion for structural fabrication and a commitment to excellence, this is your opportunity to make an impact.