1st Class Ship Fitter
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on3115, Glacier Street, East Side, Pascagoula, Jackson County, Mississippi, 39567, United States
About the Company
We provide specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services to support clients in the transport and aerospace industries. Our team members are motivated individuals who do remarkable things every day, working closely with clients to ensure solutions meet and exceed expectations.
About the Role
AAA United States, Inc. has partnered with a leading provider of quality construction, manufacturing, engineering, repair, and conversion products and services to the marine industry in Pascagoula, MS. The 1st Class Ship Fitter is responsible for fabricating, assembling, and installing structural parts of ships and other marine vessels in accordance with blueprints, specifications, and shipyard standards.
This role is vital to the vessel construction and repair process, requiring precision in layout, assembly, and fitting. You will collaborate with welders, pipefitters, and other trades to bring complex marine projects to life, ensuring quality and accuracy in every structural component.
Work location
Work model: On-site
3115, Glacier Street, East Side, Pascagoula, Jackson County, Mississippi, 39567, United States
Pascagoula, Mississippi
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleRead and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine layout and assembly procedures
- check_circleCut, align, fit, and tack structural parts of ships using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment
- check_circleLay out reference points and lines on ship components using measuring instruments
- check_circleAssemble hulls, bulkheads, frames, and other structural components in proper alignment
- check_circleUse cutting torches, grinders, and hand tools to prepare metal surfaces and cut material
- check_circleEnsure quality and accuracy in fitting and fabrication work
- check_circleAssist with lifting and positioning large components using cranes, hoists, or rigging
- check_circleCollaborate with welders, pipefitters, and other trades to complete vessel construction or repair
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Diploma or GED preferred
- verifiedMinimum 3+ years of ship fitting or related fabrication experience
- verifiedAbility to read and understand shipyard drawings and blueprints
- verifiedSkilled in use of hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and measuring instruments
- verifiedFamiliarity with shipyard safety regulations and procedures
- verifiedAbility to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in various environmental conditions
Nice to Have
High School Diploma or GED
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Ship Fitting, Fabrication, Blueprints, Welding, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Cutting Torches, Grinders, Measuring Instruments, Cranes.
Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Frequently asked questions about 1st Class Ship Fitter at AAA USA
What does a 1st Class Ship Fitter at AAA USA do?expand_more
In this 1st Class Ship Fitter at AAA USA role, you will read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine layout and assembly procedures; cut, align, fit, and tack structural parts of ships using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment; lay out reference points and lines on ship components using measuring instruments; and assemble hulls, bulkheads, frames, and other structural components in proper alignment.
What are the requirements for this 1st Class Ship Fitter role?expand_more
AAA USA is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High School Diploma or GED preferred; Minimum 3+ years of ship fitting or related fabrication experience; Ability to read and understand shipyard drawings and blueprints; Skilled in use of hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and measuring instruments; Familiarity with shipyard safety regulations and procedures; and Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in various environmental conditions.
Where is the 1st Class Ship Fitter role at AAA USA located?expand_more
1st Class Ship Fitter at AAA USA is based in 3115, Glacier Street, East Side, Pascagoula, Jackson County, Mississippi, 39567, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this 1st Class Ship Fitter job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
AAA USA has listed this 1st Class Ship Fitter role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this 1st Class Ship Fitter role?expand_more
1st Class Ship Fitter at AAA USA typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the 1st Class Ship Fitter role at AAA USA?expand_more
Key skills for 1st Class Ship Fitter at AAA USA include Ship Fitting; Fabrication; Blueprints; Welding; Hand Tools; Power Tools; Cutting Torches; and Grinders.
What education is required for 1st Class Ship Fitter at AAA USA?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
What category does the 1st Class Ship Fitter role belong to?expand_more
1st Class Ship Fitter at AAA USA is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.