fabricating, assembling, and repairing structural components of ships and other marine vessels. They read blueprints, use various tools and equipment, and may be responsible for tasks like cutting and shaping metal, welding, and aligning parts. Shipfitters work in various areas of the shipyard, including structural shops and shipyards, and may be involved in both new construction and repairs.
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Responsibilities:
Fabrication and Assembly: Shipfitters lay out and fabric...
Job description
Responsibilities:
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics to determine the layout and specifications for ship components
- Layout and cut out steel to be installed to repair barges.
- Use cutting torch, power tools and equipment such as grinders, saws, and drills to cut, shape, and smooth metal surfaces
- Use precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate alignment and fit of barge components
- Rig heavy materials and equipment for lifting and installation
Requirement...
REQUIREMENTS Minimum of 3 years of ship fitting experiencePass a hands-on craft writen test in accordance with craft classificationSKILLS Strong understanding of ship fitting techniques and best practicesProficiency in using torches for cutting materialsAbility to perform accurate measurements using metric unitsKnowledge of safety standards and practices related to ship fittingRESPONSIBILITIES Perform layout and structural fitting processes accuratelyCut materials using a torchEnsure all work meets quali...
Shipfitter is a skilled tradesperson who fabricates, assembles, and installs structural components on ships and other marine vessels. They work with various materials like steel and aluminum, ensuring all work is done accurately and according to blueprints, specifications, and safety standards. Their responsibilities include layout, cutting, measuring (including metric), and fitting these components, often with minimal supervision.
REQUIREMENTS Minimum of 3 years ship fitting experiencePass a hands-on craft test in accordance with craft classificationSKILLS Strong understanding of ship fitting techniques and best practicesProficiency in using torches for cutting materialsAbility to perform accurate measurements using metric unitsKnowledge of safety standards and practices related to ship fittingRESPONSIBILITIES Perform layout and structural fitting processes accuratelyCut materials using a torchEnsure all work meets quality standards ...
