1st class Ship fitter

Position

1st class Shipfitter

Hutco Branch

Moss Point, MS

Description

Shipfitters are responsible for the use of various tools and equipment in the fabrication, assemble and erection of metal parts for the construction of modular units in the various stages of the building of a marine vessel.

• Minimum 2-4 years craft experience
• Basic reading and writing skills along with basic math
• Capable of operating a grinder and passing a tack welding assessment test.
• Must be able to read a tape measure (standard and metric)
• Must have knowledge of basic blueprints and able to fit flat butt with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to burn and bevel with a hand torch, hydraulic, and ratchet jacks along with chain falls and come-a-longs; familiar with hand tools such as combination squares, framing squares, hand levels and plumb bobs used in marine and construction; capable of utilizing various beveling and burning equipment.
• Must pass drug test (HFT) and background check.
• Must be able to work all shifts.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces, ascend and work at heights, under all weather conditions.