Sheetmetal Fitter

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com•San Diego, CA

4d•$31 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Fabricates, assembles, removes, installs and repairs sheet metal products and equipment, such as air conditioning and heating, ventilation ducting, cabinets, shelves and other equipment. Operates hand and power tools. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

Requirements

Previous experience in metal works is an asset.
Must be able to read blueprints and understand the layout of a ship with compartment identification.
Must have the ability to use hand and power tools safely and efficiently, and identify nuts and bolts according to size.
Basic reading, writing, (in English) and math skills required.
Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and on any assigned shift.
Must be able to hear warning signals, read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings.
Frequent to continuous lifting of 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 and reading and comprehending safety instructions.
Must be able to maintain general safety awareness and avoid hazards commonly present in employee’s work area.

Nice To Haves

Layout and drafting courses is helpful.
Welding certification is desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

Set up tools, accessories and supplies at job site.
Remove, modify, fabricate, and install ventilation ducts, cabinets, shelves and other equipment.
Review blueprints and sketches, and layout material according to specifications.
Cut, drill, rivet and weld sheet metal.
Operate a variety of power tools.
Other job duties as may be assigned relevant to the trade.
Bolts, unbolts, loosens, and tightens to remove and install equipment.
General housekeeping in work areas.
May be required to attend safety, quality and/or process improvement meeting.