Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This positionis responsible forthe following: Other duties may be assigned.
Plan layoutfabricateor repairmetalplatestructural partsand/or pipeandbracethem in position within hullof ship for riveting or welding according to specifications.
Locates and marks reference lines such as center buttock and frame lines.
Marks locations of holes to be drilled and installs temporaryfastenersto hold parts in place for welding and riveting.
Select pipeand/or platesizes and types and related materials such as supports hangers and hydraulic cylinders according to specifications.
Measuremarkand install pipeand/or platefor cuttingand/orthreading per specifications using tools such as saws cutting torches and pipe thread and benders.
May roll bend flange cut and shape plates beams and other heavy metal parts using shop machinery such as plate rolls presses bending brakes and joggle machines.
May prepare molds and templates for fabrication of nonstandard parts.
Remove high spots and cut bevels using hand files portable grinders and cutting torches.
Fit pipeand/or platein the repair and/or construction of marine vessels and industrial components.
May tack weld clips and brackets in placeprior to permanent welding and be able to use welding equipment.
Be able to use large machinery such as metalshear metalbrakeand band saw.
Required Education & Experience:
High School Diploma and/or one year certificate from college or technical school preferred.
Industrial and/or marine fitting experience:
1stClass: 3-5 years
2ndClass: 1-3 years
Pass theGulf Copper written pipe fitter testand/or hands-on test when applicable.
NCCER card preferred.
Working Conditions:
Open-air conditions such as noisy hot cold etc.
Must wear hearing eye headprotectionand proper PPE.
Some climbing (100 feet) and lifting (50 lbs.) involved.
Traverse gangways and scaffolding at varying heights while wearing fall prevention equipment.
Working with hot and sometimes hazardous materials.
Aboard ships both on and offshore as well as confined spaces.
Must be able to stand andoperateequipmentup to four continuous hours.
The work requireslong periodsof sitting in awkward positions standing on a variety of surfaces and at differing angles bending overcrouchingand climbing up and over obstructions such as scaffolding ladders and internal barge and boat structural members.
Necessary Equipment Operation:
Cutting Torch
Squares
Levels
Hand &Power tools.
Special Skills:
Ability to work under deadlines and schedule pressures.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints sketchesdrawingsand technical manuals.
Perform basic mathematical functions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
High performance anda strongteam player.
Commitment to company values and safetyprogram.
Fitter/Welder Position Basic Requirements:
Combo FitterPipe/Plate/Structural(PPLF)Fitter capable of Process / Structural pipe fitting and plate / structural fitting with ability to understand and interpret of passingGCClass 1 Fitting Test.
The statementshereinare intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this are not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities duties and skillsrequired ofassigned personnel.
*Descriptions followed by an asteriskindicatedaily or more frequent responsibilities
* An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan or policy statement please email:emailprotected. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application please e-mail:emailprotected.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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