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Shipfitter lays-out and fabricates metal structural parts such as plates, bulkheads, and frames within the hull of ship for riveting or welding. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Shipfitter is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Shipfitter performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Shipfitter
  • Labor One Staffing
  • National, CA FULL_TIME
  • Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for a project in San Diego, California.

    Shipyard Experience Is Required.

    Please contact our team for more information!

    Cell: (619)657-5507 or (858)717-1672

    *Please send us a text if we don't answer*

    Walk-ins Accepted! Apply today!

    1625 Hoover Avenue National City, CA 91950

    Office Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

    Job Summary

    Assembles, cuts, and grinds metal structural parts to include plates, bulkheads, strong backs, turnbuckles, and come-along. Aligns parts in relation to each other. Tacks and welds foundation and structural members. Performs layout work according to blueprints or reference lines. Marks location of holes to be drilled, drives wedges, and installs temporary fasteners to hold the part in place for welding. Performs other related tasks as assigned.

    Qualifications Standards

    Minimum two years of on-the-job experience demonstrated knowledge of blueprint reading, ship terminology, and different metals required. Good burning, welding, and craftsmanship skills. Mechanical ability preferred. T-1 welding certificate required for FCAW (flux core), SMAW (stick) optional but highly recommended. Ability to pass hands-on assessment tests conducted by the shipyard. Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and on any assigned shift. Must comprehend written and verbal instructions (in English). Must be able to hear warning signals, and read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations, and warnings.

    Essential Job Tasks

    • Lay out work from a blueprint.
    • Cut, burn, grind, rip out, and fit metal structural parts for placement on the ship.
    • Tack and weld foundation and structural members.
    • Operate high-reaching equipment including condors, sky climbers, and scissors lift.
    • Set up tools and equipment at the job site. Cleans up and removes scrap to nearest scrap tub.
    • Operate overhead cranes and use rigging equipment.
    • Other job duties may be assigned relevant to the trade.
    • Materials, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids
    • Blueprints, welding equipment, grinders, cutting torch, hand tools, come-along, chain hoist, turnbuckles, porta 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 or out in front, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, seeing, hearing and occasionally lowering self 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.
    • Hearing warning signals, reading, and comprehending safety instructions.
    • Must be able to maintain general safety awareness and avoid hazards commonly present in employee’s work area.

    Marginal Job Tasks

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

    Environmental Factors

    • Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, gases, various climates and temperatures, and low ventilation conditions, all of which can cause discomfort and/or respiratory difficulties.
    • Exposure to constantly moving machines, mechanical parts, and high levels of constant noise.

    Labor One Staffing 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.

    About LaborOne Staffing

    We're always hiring Great people for our projects. We have work available for Skilled Craft - Welders, Fitters, Electricians, Machinists, Blaster Painters, Fire Watch General Labor, Etc. in Shipyards on both coasts and along the Gulf Coast region.We also have General Labor jobs available in Texas, Florida, South Carolina, Virginia and California.
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Shipfitter
  • Delphinus Engineering, Inc.
  • Chula Vista, CA PART_TIME
  • EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disabil...
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Shipfitter
  • Walashek
  • San Diego, CA FULL_TIME
  • The Ship fitter is responsible for comprehending and utilizing blueprints, sketches, drawings, technical manuals, and work process instructions in order to lay out and fabricate metal structural parts...
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SHIPFITTER
  • Department of the Navy - Agency Wide
  • Point, CA FULL_TIME
  • You will serve as a SHIPFITTER in the DEPARTMENT OF NAVY to include work sites of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Trident Refit Facility Bangor, and Pear...
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Shipfitter
  • PACIFIC MARITIME GROUP, INC
  • San Diego, CA FULL_TIME
  • Description: Pacific Maritime Group, Inc. A leader in the maritime industry, working with the best team members to provide excellent performance and efficient solutions to our customers. Pacific Marit...
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Shipfitter
  • LaborOne Staffing
  • National, CA FULL_TIME
  • Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for a project in San Diego, California.Shipyard experience is required.Please contact our team for more information!Cell: (619)657-5507 or (858)717-1672*Please send us ...
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Shipfitter
  • Aerotek
  • Norfolk, VA
  • **Description:** Fitter Lays out and fabricates metal structural parts, for example plates, bulkheads, and frames, and b...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Shipfitter
  • Shipyard Staffing
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Shipyard Staffing is currently hiring Shipfitters for work in Norfolk, VA. This position...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Shipfitter
  • RSC Energy
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY General assembly of steel or aluminum ships through welding using elect...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Shipfitter Journeyperson
  • Trade Team
  • San Diego, CA
  • Job Description Job Description This position is responsible for performing, with minimal supervision, steel and aluminu...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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SHIPFITTER
  • Huntington Ingalls Industries
  • Pascagoula, MS
  • Req ID: 37689 Team: 07 Shipfitters Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: No Full-Time ...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Shipfitter
  • Tidewater Staffing
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Tidewater Staffing is currently seeking Shipfitters for work in various local Shipyards....
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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SHIPFITTER HA
  • Huntington Ingalls Industries
  • Pascagoula, MS
  • Req ID: 37688 Team: 07 Shipfitters Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: No Full-Time ...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Shipfitter
  • Rhoads Industries, Inc.
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY We are currently seeking an experienced ship fitter to join our team. T...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About California

California is a state in the Pacific Region of the United States. With 39.6 million residents, California is the most populous U.S. state and the third-largest by area. The state capital is Sacramento. The Greater Los Angeles Area and the San Francisco Bay Area are the nation's second and fifth most populous urban regions, with 18.7 million and 9.7 million residents respectively. Los Angeles is California's most populous city, and the country's second most populous, after New York City. California also has the nation's most populous county, Los Angeles County, and its largest county by area, S...
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Income Estimation for Shipfitter jobs
$42,766 to $64,601

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What does a Shipfitter do?

Shipfitter in Gainesville, FL
Shipfitter is the term for a specific classification of marine jobs performed by ship builders.
February 10, 2020
Shipfitter in Lompoc, CA
As a Shipfitter, you use huge machinery to lift and move the pieces of the ship into position, then you rivet or weld them in place into the ship itself.
February 20, 2020
Shipfitter in San Antonio, TX
Repair and maintenance work on ship is a continuous process and a shipfitter plays a vital role in this.
December 18, 2019