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Advanced Shipfitter/Fabricator

Shipyard Staffing LLC

England

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking skilled Advanced Shipfitters/Fabricators to join their dynamic team in Newport News, VA. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex shipbuilding projects, requiring expertise in multi-pass tack welding and the ability to interpret intricate structural drawings. Ideal candidates will thrive in physically demanding environments and possess a strong understanding of safety regulations. Join a forward-thinking company that values craftsmanship and precision, and take your career to the next level in the exciting field of shipbuilding.

Must have four years of documented experience as a first-class Shipfitter.
Ability to comprehend complex drawings and specifications.

Perform multi-pass tack welding and structural assembly.
Comply with safety regulations and quality standards in shipbuilding.

Multi-Pass Tack Welding

Burning-Oxygen/Propane Burning Torch

Heating-Oxygen/Propane Heating Torch

Reading Structural Assembly Drawings

Comprehending Fractional Dimensions

Fabrication and Assembly

Working in Physically Demanding Environments

Familiarity with OSHA Regulations

Using Vibratory Tools

Air Carbon Arc Gouging

Using Work Packages and Drawings

Erecting and Setting Complex-shaped Shell Plates

Installing Hull Inserts and Penetrations

Four years of commercial/naval experience

Vibratory Tools (Grinders, Needle Guns)

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

Optical Instruments (Level, Transit)

Mobile Equipment (JLG, Scissor Lift)

Shipyard Staffing is currently hiring Advanced Shipfitter/Fabricator (Multi-Pass Tack & Burn) for work in Newport News, VA.

Job Description
Four years of commercial/naval experience as a first-class Shipfitter. Experience must be documented.

Required Skills:

Multi-Pass Tack Welding.
Burning-Oxygen/Propane Burning Torch.
Heating-Oxygen/Propane Heating Torch.
Ability to comprehend complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches to include weld symbols, material types, datum, and reference lines.
Ability to comprehend fractional dimensions with the use of a ruler.
Ability to lay off piece parts for fabrication and assembly.
Ability to assemble structural piece parts in accordance with specifications in a quality manner.
Experience working in a physically demanding environment (shipbuilding, steel fabrication, etc.).
Familiarity with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
Use vibratory tools (grinders and needle guns).
Air Carbon Arc Gouging.
Ability to use Work Packages and Drawings to plan and execute work.
Ability to use Molded Lines and Ship Reference Lines to execute required work.
Ability to Erect, Set, and Makeup Complex-shaped Shell Plates.
Ability to Erect, Set, and Makeup Decks, Bulkheads, Longitudinal, trunks, etc.
Ability to Install and Replace Hull Inserts and Penetrations, Ability to Install Miscellaneous and Complex Foundations.

Optional Skills:

Rigger/Material Handling
Optical instrument experience (Level, Transit)
Shipwright / Erect & Set experience.
Tank Testing
Mobile equipment operation (JLG, Scissor Lift, etc.)

Tack Welding Qualification:

All Shipfitters will be required to pass a Multi-Pass Tack Welder Qualification Test upon reporting for the first day of work. This test will be:
Using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Process.
With MIL-10718-M (A-5A) Filler Metal of MIL-E-22200/1.
In both the Vertical Up (3F) and Overhead (4F) positions.

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