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...
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...
3 years’ shipyard experience. Must also pass copper nickel test. Need to have copper nickel experience. This is a 2-day test. Please review all testing procedures before submitting.
