Shipfitter (Non-Local)

Ameri-Force, Inc; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry Leading Pay

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Short Term Disability Benefits

Term Life Benefits

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Ameri-Force, Inc. is seeking a skilled Shipfitter in Bremerton to perform ship repair work with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. You will ensure hot work tickets are compliant, manage WAF requirements, and coordinate with a shop supervisor and team to complete tasks.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of ship experience, can operate torches in all positions, and understands joint design and plate beveling. Dependable transportation and access to local bases are required.

Qualifications

• Must have dependable transportation.
• Access to local bases.
• Must know all of the 1st and 2nd class requirements.
• Must be able to safely operate a torch in all positions.
• Must be able to bevel plate edges and TAOs using the correct joint design.
• Must be able to complete work with little to no guidance from a supervisor.
• Must have minimum 5 years of experience working on ships.
• Basic knowledge of standard items is required.
• Basic knowledge of shop equipment is required.
• Must have knowledge of WAFs.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that tank/compartment has an updated safe for hot work ticket and that requirements of the ticket have been met.
• Ensures that conditions of the tank/compartment have not changed since the ticket was written.
• Ensures that a Work Authorization Form (WAF) ticket is on the job site and that it is for the specific job being accomplished.
• Ensures any other safety issues are complied with that relate to the specific job being accomplished.
• Ensures that you are trained or qualified for the work you are assigned to do.
• Ensures you and personnel working under your direction are working safely and productively with quality control at all times.
• Ensures job site is left in a safe and clean condition prior to departure.
• Ensures personnel have work package and necessary drawings, technical manuals, or specifications required.

Skills

Shipfitting experience

Access to bases

Torch operation

Bevel plate edges

WAF knowledge

Safety compliance

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE (Job Description)

The Shipfitters are responsible for accomplishing work in accordance with work specifications safely, with the highest quality and in a professional manner.

POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training/Experience)

• Must have dependable transportation.
• Access to local bases.
• Must know all of the 1st and 2nd class requirements.
• Must be able to safely operate a torch in all positions.
• Must be able to bevel plate edges and TAOs using the correct joint design.
• Must be able to complete work with little to no guidance from a supervisor.
• Must have minimum 5 years of experience working on ships
• Basic knowledge of standard items is required.
• Basic knowledge of shop equipment is required.
• Must have knowledge of WAFs.

Visual Requirements

Must be able to pass a Standard Jaeger's Test chart for near vision acuity reading J1 letters or equivalent with or without corrective aids and pass a color vision test using Ishihara's Tests for Color Deficiency.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to shop supervisor. This position develops and maintains a positive working relationship with other Shipfitters and supports a team approach in the pursuit of common company goals.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assures that tank/compartment has an updated safe for hot work ticket and that requirements of the ticket have been met. (Example: ventilation, lighting, safety equipment etc.).
• Assures that conditions of the tank/compartment have not changed since the ticket was written. (Example: fuel run back, unsafe working conditions, etc.).
• Assures that a Work Authorization Form (WAF) ticket is on the job site and that it is for the specific job being accomplished, no work will be accomplished without a WAF posted at location of repairs.
• Assures that any other safety issues are complied with that relate to the specific job being accomplished (Example: special staging, face shields for grinding, protective clothing for hot work related jobs, breathing apparatus with correct cartridges, etc).
• Assures that you are trained or qualified for the work you are assigned to do (Example: JLG, forklift, welding, brazing, special electrical/mechanical repairs and etc.).
• Assures that you and personnel working under your direction are working as safely and as productively as possible maintaining quality control at all times.
• Assures that the job site is left in a safe and clean condition prior to departure.
• Assures that personnel have work package and the necessary drawings, technical manuals, or specifications required for them to adequately accomplish their work assignments.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Responsible for effective, efficient and safe accomplishment of all assigned tasks.

UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of the job. Weekend work and/or extended hours may be required. Must be able to access all work locations, including government and private shipyards and/or vessels.

Ameri-Force Benefits

As part of the Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Industry Leading Pay
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability Benefits
• Term Life Benefits
• Referral Bonuses
• Referral Bonuses are available for specific jobs only

About Ameri-Force

Since 1991, Ameri-Force has been a leader in skilled trades staffing, offering a people-focused approach that provides competitive advantages for our clients and rewarding career opportunities for our contract employees. Leveraging our deep expertise in maritime, manufacturing, aerospace, industrial, and energy sectors, we ensure a seamless experience by efficiently managing federal and state taxes, unemployment, and worker’s compensation. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, tailored to meet the needs of our workforce. Join Ameri-Force and be part of a company that values your success.

Learn more at ameriforce.com

Note: The specific duties, skills and qualifications may vary depending on the company's requirements and the nature of the tasks performed at the site. Employees must be willing to make reasonable adjustments to their tasks depending on the requirements of the client. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Pay:

$32/hr