Shipfitter J1 - J4 (DAYSHIFT)

General Dynamics Corporation; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, VA is seeking qualified Shipfitters J1–J4 for day shift. You will read blueprints, lay out plates, weld, and assemble foundations and ship structures under limited supervision.

The role requires familiarity with shipyard practices and ability to access Navy installations with badges. Responsible candidates will have experience with layout, welding symbols, and template fabrication; join and fit structural components for steel ship sections, corridors, and deck

Qualifications

• Be able to plan and complete work with little supervision using blueprints.
• Knowledge of ship layouts, plates, pipes and structural shapes.
• Understand weld symbols and material preparation for welding.
• Capable of making templates for fabrication/installation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete work with little supervision using blueprints.
• Layout or plates, pipes and structural shapes including complex layouts involving projection and angles.
• Assemble foundations, deck houses, and specialized ship structures.
• Access Navy installations and yards with DBIDS/NAVSEA badges.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding basics

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Shipfitter J1 - J4 (DAYSHIFT)

Location: Norfolk, VA, US, 23523

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General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit. In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets. We encourage you to learn more about our open positions and how you can become part of the important and exciting work we do here at NASSCO. Come join our team! We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Steel Shop. This position specifically is located in Norfolk, Virginia. We are looking for Shipfitters J-4. There are five (5) openings for 1st shift - 6 AM to 2:45 PM (with a 45 lunch break).

Must be able Must be able to access all Navy installations and other shipyards by obtaining DBIDS and NAVSEA badges.

Security Clearance: No Clearance

GUIDELINES FOR SHIPFITTER

JOURNEYPERSON 4 (Shipfitter)

• Be able to plan and complete work with little supervision using blueprints.


• Be knowledgeable in layout or plates, pipes and structural shapes, including flat layouts and complex layouts involving projection and compound angles.


• Be knowledgeable of ship related nomenclature and be able to locate structures in relationship to frames, longitudinal stringers, centerlines, etc.


• Know weld symbols and how they apply to material preparation for welding.


• Skills should include tack welding, burning, use of various power tools such as shears, saws, presses, etc.


• Must be capable of making templates as needed for fabrications and/or installation of ship structures.


• Must be capable of assembling foundations, deck houses, and specialized structures for all areas of the ship.


• Must know the guide lines of 5 S and be aware of the standard items.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Nearest Major Market: Hampton Roads

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General Dynamics NASSCO designs and builds auxiliary and support ships for the U.S. Navy, as well as oil tankers and dry cargo carriers for commercial markets. The company also provides repair services that assists with the overall readiness of the U.S. Navy.