Sr Shipfitter

Textron Systems; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An aircraft manufacturing company in New Orleans is seeking a Senior Shipfitter. This role involves performing various fitting duties including measuring, cutting, and assembling structures. Candidates should have 3-5 years of shipyard experience, the ability to read blueprints, and be safety conscious. The position requires basic computer skills and the willingness to work rotating shifts. Competitive physical demands apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of related aluminum/shipyard experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Must obtain Tack Weld Certification.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of Senior Structural Fitter/Shipfitter.
• Measure, cut, assemble, and troubleshoot structures.
• Maintain cleanliness of the shop and work area.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Aluminum fabrication

Safety awareness

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Tools

MIG welder

Hand tools

Electric tools

Job description

Job Number: 335679

Sr Shipfitter

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Performing the duties of a Senior Structural Fitter/Shipfitter daily.
• Job duties include but are not limited to measuring, laying out, cutting, grinding, forming, drilling, assembling, aligning, troubleshooting and repairing assorted structures (aluminum, steel, stainless, gasket, rubber, screen, etc.).
• Must be an independent worker, focused on accurate first-time completion, efficient and on-time task execution, and capable of training others.
• Works from Engineering drawings, sketches, and written and verbal instructions.
• Reading from computer screens to retrieve work instructions, blueprints, or other documents.
• Maintains records, forms, and logs as required.
• Typical tools and equipment used in the performance of duties are: MIG welders, manual hand tools, mechanical, pneumatic, cordless and electric tools including porta power, come-a-long, clamps, hammers and mauls, gougers, grinders, saws, band saws, drills, tapes, and scales.
• Must be capable of handling chemicals and solvents including alcohol, cleaning solvents, cutting oil, tool oil, etc.
• Housekeeping of shop and work area (keeping work area neat and clean) daily.
• Must visually inspect work to drawings and sketches for completeness and dimensional correctness.
• May direct the activities or tasks of others, as assigned.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of related aluminum/shipyard experience
• Demonstrated the ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings and sketches, layout and fabricate parts and assemblies correctly.
• Demonstrated skills based on the results of the written fabricating assessment.
• Must be able to obtain Tack Weld Certification.
• Must always be safety conscious (wear proper PPE).
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts.
• Ability to become certified as a forklift and overhead crane operator.
• Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours as needed to accomplish the task or work.
• Basic math, reading and comprehension skills.

Note: Level will be determined based on relevant experience, scope of role, skills, and any on site assessments performed during the interview process.

Relevant experience may include: Carpenter, construction apprentice or laborer, shop hand or technician, pipe fitter, welder, fabricator, tacker, rig hand, sheet metal installer, electrician apprentice.

Essential Physical Demand Requirements:

Physical demands described have been validated by on-site job analysis. They are representative of the physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential functions of this job.

Overview: Non-Climate Controlled Environment (Extreme Heat & Extreme Cold); Elevated Heights; climbing; crawling; using ladders; stairs & ramps; frequent/prolonged lifting(35 pounds single lift & 70 pounds team lift); repetitive motion of different extremities, confined spaces; tight spaces; Radiographic Activity Environment; Magnetic Wave Environment; Working with Chemicals

Postural: Must have the ability to move extremities and spine throughout an enough range of motion that will permit the employee to work in a variety of postures involving a range from floor to overhead level. Flexing and twisting of the trunk and other awkward postures are occasionally required.

Dexterity: Must have good dexterity and frequently use one and two hands throughout the work period for hand tools and handling materials.

Cardiorespiratory Demand: Must have enough cardiorespiratory fitness to be able to perform medium work involving constant standing and walking, material handling and performing work in a hot, humid environment.

General Physical Activities: Include standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing distant/reading, reaching, hearing, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs and balancing.

Physical Demand Level - Medium: Must be able to perform medium physical labor as classified by the United States Department of Labor. May be required to lift up to 35 pounds for a single person lift, and up to 70 pounds team lift.

EEO Statement: Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.