Shipfitters

Kaizen Lab Inc.

Lockport (LA)

On-site

USD 30,686 - 43,704

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

TREO Staffing, LLC is seeking a Full-Time Shipfitter for an onsite role in Lockport, LA. You will read blueprints, interpret specs, and fit metal components for marine vessels using a torch, while also washing welds for quality finishes.

Expect day or night shifts with potential weekend work. Competitive pay includes free housing and a benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)).

Qualifications

Experience interpreting blueprints and specifications.
Proficient with torch for cutting and welding.
Ability to wash welds and ensure finish quality.

Responsibilities

Interpret blueprints and specifications to assemble metal components for marine vessels.
Operate torch for cutting and welding; fit parts as per drawings.
Wash welds to ensure clean, durable finishes and structural integrity.
Follow day or night shift schedules; weekend work may be required.
Collaborate safely with team to meet project milestones.

Skills

Torch operation

Welding & cutting

Blueprint reading

Tape measure

Safety awareness

Tools

Torch

Tape measure

Welding tools

Job description

Join TREO Staffing, LLC as a Full‑Time Shipfitter and experience the thrill of working onsite at our Lockport, LA shipyard. This position offers the opportunity to engage directly in the heart of the marine industry, utilizing your skills with a torch to create and assemble essential structures for vessels. Your role will involve washing the welds to ensure the integrity of your work, contributing to projects that are vital to maritime operations.

At $27.00 per hour and free housing offered, this competitive pay reflects our commitment to valuing skilled labor in a traditional and professional atmosphere. You will receive great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Embrace a career that not only enhances your craftsmanship but also immerses you in a dynamic shipyard environment where safety and precision are paramount. Don’t miss your chance to embark on a fulfilling journey with us!

WHAT'S YOUR DAY LIKE?

As a new Shipfitter at TREO Staffing, LLC, you will be immersed in a fast‑paced shipyard environment where precision and safety are paramount. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will include interpreting blueprints and specifications to assemble and fit metal components for marine vessels. Expect to engage with tools such as a torch for cutting and welding as you work on various ship parts.

You will also be responsible for washing the welds to ensure clean and durable finishes. Your typical schedule may vary, as we offer both day and night shifts to accommodate the demands of shipyard operations. Weekend work may also be required, allowing you to gain valuable experience in a vibrant setting.

Each day will present new challenges, ensuring that your skills are continuously honed while contributing to vital projects in the marine industry.

WOULD YOU BE A GREAT SHIP FITTERS?

To succeed as a Shipfitter at TREO Staffing, LLC, you will need a solid foundation of practical skills and familiarity with essential tools used in the shipyard. Proficiency in operating a torch is crucial, as you will be responsible for cutting and welding various metal components vital to marine vessels. Additionally, being adept at washing the welds to ensure structural integrity is expected. Accuracy is key; therefore, the ability to effectively use a tape measure is essential for precise measurements when assembling ship parts.

A strong skill set in reading blueprints is also necessary, as this will guide your assembly processes and ensure that all specifications are met. Attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work collaboratively in a professional environment will further enhance your success in this dynamic role in the shipyard.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are: