Shipfitter: Navy Hull Fabrication & Structural Assembly

globalfirstflagship; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Global- a 1st Flagship Company seeks skilled Shipfitters for a potential 5-year project at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Norfolk, VA. This on-site role requires hands-on fabrication, assembly, and installation of metal structures for ship construction and repair.

Applicants must hold an active DoD Secret clearance and have 4+ years in shipfitting, including at least 2 years on Navy ships, plus completion of formal trade training. Multiple shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance is required.
• 4+ years of shipfitting experience.
• At least 2+ years on Navy ships.
• Completion of a formal trade training program (trade school, military training, apprenticeship, or equivalent).
• Ability to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and install metal structures for ship construction and repair.
• Cut, shape, and weld structural steel for ship frames.
• Install bulkheads, decks, and foundations.
• Read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Use precision measuring and cutting tools.

Skills

Shipfitting

Welding

Blueprint reading

Metal fabrication

Education

Trade school or equivalent

Job description

Global- a 1st Flagship Company seeks skilled Shipfitters for a potential 5-year project at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Norfolk, VA. This on-site role requires hands-on fabrication, assembly, and installation of metal structures for ship construction and repair.

Applicants must hold an active DoD Secret clearance and have 4+ years in shipfitting, including at least 2 years on Navy ships, plus completion of formal trade training. Multiple shifts may be required.