Shipfitter

Riley Power Group•Goose Creek, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Shipfitter to join our dynamic team, where you will play a vital role in the assembly, fabrication, and maintenance of ship structures. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work on complex projects that require precision, mechanical expertise, and a keen eye for detail. As a Shipfitter, you will utilize your technical skills to ensure that all ship components are assembled accurately and efficiently, contributing to the safety and functionality of maritime vessels. Your hands-on approach and commitment to quality will drive success in this fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Confined space trained in accordance with OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1915 Subpart B.
Hazard communication trained in accordance with OSHA Standard 29CFR 1915.1200 (1910.1200) (h) ? (1) through (3) (iv).
Respirator trained and qualified. A Respirator Medical Clearance Examination as required by a Physician.
Respirator Training and Fit Testing will meet the requirements of Standard 29CFR1910.134 and each individual shall be trained in a negative-pressure type respirator, MSA COMFO CLASSIC.
Fall Protection/4-D Body Harness-Vertical & Horizontal Lifelines-Beam Clamp trained and qualified in accordance with the following OSHA Regulations; 29CFR1915.159,29CFR1915.71(j)(3),29CFR1915.73(d), and 29CFR1915.77(c).
Individuals must be trained (which includes having donned the body harness and demonstrated practical use of the vertical & horizontal lifelines and beam clamp) with the same type fall protection equipment that they are expected to wear on Newport News premises or on off-site Newport News work locations.
Body Harness and Vertical & Horizontal Lifelines and Beam Clamp Systems shall comply with the requirements of ANSI Z359.1.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) training in accordance with OSHA Standards 29CFR 1915 Subpart I and Hearing Conversation 29CFT 1910.95 (i) (j) (k) (l).
Non-prescription and prescription safety glasses must meet the requirements of ANSI Z87, with permanently attached side shields.
Hard Hats must be WHITE in color with the Leased Labor Provider Company's name and the individual's last name on the front of the hard hat.
All Leased Labor personnel engaged in Welding must wear either the Fiber Metal Type 1 Class C or the MSA Skullgard Class A Hard Hat only.
Hearing protection must be of the muff type (banded or mounted) and must have been trained on their use.
Foot protection must be 8' safety boots or leather safety shoes w/spats.
Coveralls must be flame resistant with long sleeves.
Audiometric testing which documents proof of individual worker's hearing function.
Hexavalent Chromium medical examinations and clearances.
Full welding jacket.
Welding shield leather bib.
PPE training means general requirements, eye and face protection, head protection, foot protection, hand and body protection, hearing protection, and body harness-personal fall arrest systems (PFAS) and position device systems.
MSA Comfo Classic Half/Full Face Respirators
3M SPEEDGLASS PAPR 9100MP ADFLO (Must have a approval from H&S) 1401173
3M DBI SALA EXOFIT X100 14 Harness 3500276 Nano-Lok Edge Twin leg PER.Self Retract Lanyards
MSA Skull Gard Hard Hat- Appropriate size
Welding shield compatible with MSA Skull Gard Hard Hat with shields
3M PELTOR Optime 95 Earmuffs H6B/V
Kleenguard Calico safety glasses

Nice To Haves

The Client highly recommends the vest-donning type of body harness instead of the step-into-type body harness, with D-Ring in the back.
The client may require 60' Self Retracting Lifelines that are Leading Edge compliant and a Quick Grab.
The client uses the FallTech DuraTech Edge SRL-LE.
NNS uses the Miller Rope Grab. This rope grab must fit 5/16' carbon steel wire rope.
The client uses the Bilsom Leightning (model L1N).
WE DON'T USE EAR PLUGS

Responsibilities

Assembly, fabrication, and maintenance of ship structures.
Utilize technical skills to ensure accurate and efficient assembly of ship components.
Contribute to the safety and functionality of maritime vessels.