Shipfitter A

BOLLINGER MISSISSIPPI SHIPBUILDING LLC • Pascagoula, MS

7d

About The Position

The shipfitter is responsible for the surface preparation of structural metal components and the lay out and fabrication of metal structural parts within the hull of a vessel for riveting and welding.

Requirements

• Must have 3 years of 1st Class Journeyman Marine Shipbuilding experience.
• Knowledge of blueprints and drawings.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience, as a shipfitter is preferred, capable of operating a cutting torch and tack welding.

Responsibilities

• Working from blueprints or templates, lays out position of parts on metal using a scribe and hand tools.
• Locates and marks reference lines.
• Positions parts in hull of vessel with assistance from a Tacker or Helper.
• Aligns parts in relation to each other using jacks, come-a-longs, turnbuckles, clips, wedges and mauls.
• Marks location of holes to be drilled and installs temporary fasteners to hold parts in place for welding or riveting.
• May tack weld clips and brackets in place prior to permanent welding.
• May bend, flange, cut, and shape plates, beams, and other heavy metal parts, utilizing the above-mentioned equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees