Shipfitter 1st Class

100Hires, Inc.; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem $180/day

Career advancement potential

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. is seeking a Shipfitter 1st Class in Pascagoula, MS to join a premier shipbuilding team. You will cut, fit, and assemble steel components to tight tolerances, reading blueprints and using grinders, torches, and jacks to shape structures for battle-ready vessels.

This full-time role offers $43.50/hour plus $180/day per diem, with opportunities to advance in a safety‑driven, collaborative environment on mission-critical projects.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of shipfitting or structural steel fabrication experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints (metric and standard).
• Strong math, reading, and comprehension abilities.
• Proficiency with fabrication tools and a 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

Blueprint reading

Structural steel fabrication

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Safety mindset

Tools

Grinders

Hydraulic jacks

Torches

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 & ShipbuildingAbout the RoleJoin 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.How to ApplyTake the next step in your shipfitting career with a top-tier employer. Submit your updated resume highlighting your relevant skills and experience. Qualified applicants will be contacted promptly to discuss next steps.Candidate InsightsGain 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.