Shipfitter - Certified

Ingalls Shipbuilding•Newport News, VA
•$59,675 - $62,067•Onsite

About The Position

Fitters read, interpret, plan, and execute work from drawings and procedures. They measure, cut, grind, fit, align, and tack weld parts ranging from small pieces to large sub-assemblies and super lifts that form a ship’s structural body. Fitters build interior structures, hatches, doors, and bulkheads to complete the ship’s steel work. The role requires strong math skills and mechanical aptitude. Work may take place in shops, platens, dry docks, and aboard ships, supporting new construction, ship repair, and ship overhauls. Fitters may work at extreme heights or in cramped confined spaces and in varied working conditions. This position is for candidates who can provide a certificate or diploma in shipfitting or a directly related field.

Requirements

  • One or more certificates of completion or a diploma in shipfitting or a directly related field, such as welding (SMAW or GMAW), plasma cutting, oxy-fuel cutting, construction maintenance, carpentry, auto body, or sheet metal fabrication, from a high school vocational program, community college, trade school, technical college, apprentice program, post-secondary institution, or military equivalent.
  • Must be able to work at extreme heights or in small confined spaces.
  • Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb.
  • Must be able to lift 40 pounds and pass a respirator fit test.
  • Must be able to work the assigned shift based on production needs.
  • Must be able to perform overhead work and work outdoors.
  • Must be able to wear a respirator.
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed.
  • Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn.

Nice To Haves

  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Read, interpret, plan, and execute work from drawings and procedures.
  • Measure, cut, grind, fit, align, and tack weld parts and assemblies.
  • Build in-place interior structures, hatches, doors, bulkheads, and other ship steelwork.
  • Work in shops, platens, dry docks, and aboard ships in support of new construction, ship repair, and ship overhauls.

Benefits

  • Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices
  • On-site health centers
  • Telemedicine
  • Wellness resources
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Savings plan options (401K)
  • Financial education and planning tools
  • Life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee discounts
  • Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
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