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3rd Class Shipfitter Steel America (Job ID 1461)
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Posted:
21 August 2026 (28 days ago)
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Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
3rd Class Shipfitter - Steel America
Purpose:
As a Shipfitter at Steel America a business unit of Colonnas Shipyard Inc. you will assist in the fabrication assembly and installation of structural components and systems aboard ships within shipyard facilities and in heavy industrial environments. This role involves working with steel and other metals to build and repair ship sections following blueprints and ensuring structural integrity. under the guidance of senior shipfitters or supervisors.
The position is located onsite in Norfolk VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/ may require limited travel.
Job Description:
- Assist in cutting and fabricating metal components using various tools and machinery including saws and shears.
- Support in assembling and installing structural components such as bulkheads frames and decks ensuring proper alignment and fit according to project specifications.
- Read and interpret basic blueprints technical drawings and work instructions.
- Learn to fit and tack weld metal components before final welding.
- Help with cutting metal using torches saws shears and other cutting tools.
- Learn to operate bending and shaping equipment to form metal components.
- Assist welders by preparing materials fitting components and ensuring proper alignment.
- Work effectively as part of a team supporting senior technicians and coordinating with other trades to ensure timely project completion.
Qualifications:
- Must have at least 1 year of experience shipfitting in a marine or shipyard environment.
- Must demonstrate basic knowledge of cutting shaping and assembling metal components.
- Must be able to lift heavy materials work at heights and operate in confined spaces.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Previous technical training highly preferred.
- Relevant certifications in shipfitting welding or related fields are preferred.
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 & man-lifts.
- 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 hear. Occasionally 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. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Pay Range: $20.31 - $25.69
Determination of base salary considers various factors including but not limited to scope of responsibility candidates relative and specific experience education level key skills as well as other business considerations. The company also provides a variety of benefits to support employees best health and wellness. Additionally the company offers a 401k retirement program with match paid holidays and competitive paid time off (PTO).
About Company
Colonna’s Shipyard delivers the highest quality ship repair, machining and steel fabrication services to both the commercial and government markets.
