1st Class Shipfitter 2nd Shift Job ID 810
1st Class Shipfitter 2nd Shift Job ID 810
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24-04-2025
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Job Description
1st Class Shipfitter: 2nd Shift
Purpose:
Colonnas Shipyard is seeking a 1st Class Shipfitter to support our shipyard operations inNorfolk VA.
*This role supports operations on 2nd shift 3:30PM 12:00AM).
Job Description:
- Working with presses floor shaping forming plates shaping from templates marking symbols doors hatches and scuttles rolls presses and blacksmith shop.
- Laying out blueprints and outfitting items.
- Laying out blueprints checking and fitting materials tack welding of various subassemblys peculiar to the panel line and shell area such as decks bulkheads side shells.
- Working on ship ways with the erection of units and installation of structural items.
- Installation of structural outfit items doors ladders foundations.
- Display effective sequencing of assembly and fitting.
- Complete work assignments correctly using heating torches in plate heat straightening and shrinkage.
- Complete work adhering to industry codes regulations and specifications.
- Comprehend blueprints sketches and templates.
- Complete processes using Tack Welding techniques.
- Install simple systems without templates and blueprints.
- Complete Bulkhead Riveted and deck inserting.
- Read and understand the Chemist and Competent Persons report and determine if job sites particularly those involving combustible material are safe for personnel and hot work.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Understand and act upon instruction.
- Work independently to complete responsibilities.
Qualifications:
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least seven 7 years experience as a shipfitter.
- Must be willing and capable of performing work on government and commercial vessels.
- Must have ability to enter and move through manholes to reach and work internally confined spaces.
- Must be able to Tack Weld and some working knowledge with stainless steel and aluminum.
- Must have advanced level experience with the use of cutting torches and heat torches in plate heat straightening and shrinkage.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to access Government facilities and obtain and maintain a DBIDS preferred..
Security Requirements:
- Position requires US Citizenship.
Travel Requirements:
- Minimal Travel; 10 or less.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job but no less than 20 lbs.
- Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders work in extreme temperature environments aboard ships in shipyards under industrial conditions and in confined spaces including enter and moving through manholes.
- May ride ships at sea for extended periods.
- Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat humidity noise and dirty conditions working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
- Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
- Employee is required to operate trucks forklifts & manlifts.
- While performing the duties of this job you may frequently be required to stand walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and required to reach with hands and arms climb and balance stoop squat kneel twist and crawl.
- Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation
- Frequent use of respirator.
- Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding cutting or working with molten metal.
Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.
Colonnas Shipyard Inc. and its divisions are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon jobrelated reasons regardless of an applicants race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability marital status genetic information protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical/dental/vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Employment Type
Part-Time
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