Ship Fitter

Hutco Inc•Houma, LA

1d•$0 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

HUTCO, INC. is seeking 1st Class Ship Fitters to work in Houma, Louisiana. The role involves performing layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems; fitting pipe and preparing joints for welding according to system requirements; and working from blueprints or creating fabrication sketches. Candidates must have at least three years of shipyard experience and pass a hands-on skills test, drug test, and E-Verify. The position requires the ability to use the machines and tools essential to ship fitting and work safely in shipyard environments, including confined spaces, at heights, and on uneven surfaces. The listed pay rate is $24.00 per hour. A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience working in shipyards.
Pass a hands-on skills test.
Pass a drug test and E-Verify.
Comprehend blueprints, sketches, and templates.
Have knowledge of equipment, work processes, and techniques used for the role, and perform the position’s functions in conformity with applicable regulations and generally observed safety practices.
Wear personal protective equipment: hard hat, steel-toe safety boots, safety glasses, and gloves.
Ability to perform the physical activities and work in the environments described, including confined spaces, uneven surfaces, and heights up to 30 feet.

Responsibilities

Perform layout, fabrication, installation, testing, and repair of pipe systems.
Fit pipe and prepare joints for welding to meet the requirements of the system being worked on.
Work from blueprints and create fabrication sketches detailed enough for another mechanic to fabricate a pipe unit.
Comprehend blueprints, sketches, and templates.
Use knowledge of equipment, work processes, and techniques to perform the position’s functions in accordance with applicable regulations and generally observed safety practices.
Enter and move through manholes to access and work in internally confined spaces.
Manipulate and transport loads up to 50 pounds over distances up to 200 feet, approximately 1 to 6 times per eight-hour shift, and occasionally handle 75 pounds.
Manipulate and operate machines and tools essential to ship fitting.
Traverse gangways and scaffolding at varying heights and negotiate uneven surfaces and height differences between dock and vessel.
Ascend and work at heights of up to 30 feet.
Perform work involving stooping, squatting, twisting, kneeling, lifting, and reaching.