Shipfitter (New Construction)

General Dynamics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 46,507 - 51,122; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics is hiring for a position that involves assembling, cutting, and welding metal structural parts in San Diego. Candidates should have a T-1 welding certificate and at least two years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include layout work from blueprints and the operation of various equipment.

The job requires physical stamina, including lifting up to 50 lbs., and working in varied environments. An hourly wage of $33.76 - $37.11 is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of on-the-job experience.
• Ability to pass hands-on assessment test.
• Must comprehend written and verbal instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Lay out work from blueprint.
• Tack and weld foundation and structural members.
• Operate high-reaching equipment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding skills

Mechanical ability

Craftsmanship skills

Education

T-1 welding certificate

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting torch

Job description

Job Summary

Assembles, cuts, and grinds metal structural parts including plates, bulkheads, strong backs, turnbuckles, and come-alongs.

Aligns parts, tacks and welds foundation and structural members, performs layout work according to blueprints, marks hole locations, drives wedges, and installs temporary fasteners for welding. Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of on-the-job experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of blueprint reading, ship terminology, and various metals.
• Good burning, welding, and craftsmanship skills.
• Mechanical ability preferred.
• T-1 welding certificate required for FCAW; SMAW 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) and read safety instructions.

Essential Job Tasks

• 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, and scissors lifts.
• Set up tools and equipment at job site and clean up scrap to nearest scrap tub.
• Operate overhead cranes and use rigging equipment.
• Perform other job duties as may be assigned that are relevant to the trade.

Materials, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids

Blueprints, welding equipment, grinders, cutting torch, hand tools, come‑along, chain hoist, turnbuckles, portable power, sky climbers, condors, dock arms, scissors lift, and personal protective equipment.

Physical/Mental Involvement

Lifting up to 50 lbs. Standing, balancing, walking, climbing ladders or equipment, reaching above shoulder, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, seeing, hearing, and occasionally lowering into confined spaces, crawling through small openings, and working in reclined positions as needed. Works in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships. Maintains general safety awareness.

Marginal Job Tasks

General housekeeping in work areas. May attend safety, quality, and/or process improvement meetings.

Environmental Factors

Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, gases, various climates and temperatures, low ventilation, constantly moving machines, mechanical parts, and high noise levels.

Pay Scale

$33.76 - $37.11 per hour.

Equal Opportunity

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.

To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department at (619) 544‑8511 or email [e-mail].