Shipfitter: Blueprint-Driven Structural Welder

Nassco; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego seeks a skilled tradesperson to assemble, cut, grind and weld metal structural parts for ships. You will align, tack and weld foundation members, read blueprints and set up tools on site.

The role requires hands-on welding certification, ability to work at heights and in confined spaces, and the capacity to pass a NASSCO safety/skill assessment. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of on the job experience, demonstrated knowledge of blueprint reading, ship terminology and different metals required.
• Good burning, welding and craftsmanship skills.
• Mechanical ability preferred.
• T-1 welding certificate required for FCAW (flux core), SMAW (stick) optional but highly recommended.
• Ability to pass hands on assessment test conducted by NASSCO.
• Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and on any assigned shift.
• Must comprehend written and verbal instructions (in English).
• Must be able to hear warning signals, read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings.

Responsibilities

• Lay out work from blueprint.
• Cut, burn, grind, rip out and fit metal structural parts for placement on ship.
• Tack and weld foundation and structural members.
• Operate high reaching equipment including condors, sky climbers, scissors lift.
• Set up tools and equipment at job site.Cleans up and removes scrap to nearest scrap tub.
• Operate overhead cranes and use rigging equipment.
• Other job duties as may be assigned relevant to the trade.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding

Mechanical ability

Tools

Blueprints

Welding equipment

Grinders

Cutting torch

Job description

General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego seeks a skilled tradesperson to assemble, cut, grind and weld metal structural parts for ships. You will align, tack and weld foundation members, read blueprints and set up tools on site.

The role requires hands-on welding certification, ability to work at heights and in confined spaces, and the capacity to pass a NASSCO safety/skill assessment. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.