Shipfitter A 1625

Shipfitter

General Function : The Shipfitter is responsible for surface preparation of structural metal components, as well as the layout and fabrication of metal structural parts within the hull of a vessel for riveting and welding.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities : The following duties represent the general nature of the work but are not exhaustive :

• Work from blueprints or templates to lay out the position of parts on metal using a scribe and hand tools.
• Locate and mark reference lines.
• Position parts in the hull of the vessel with assistance from a Tacker or Helper.
• Align parts in relation to each other using jacks, come-a-longs, turnbuckles, clips, wedges, and mauls.
• Mark the location of holes to be drilled and install temporary fasteners to hold parts in place for welding or riveting.
• Tack weld clips and brackets in place prior to permanent welding when necessary.
• Bend, flange, cut, and shape plates, beams, and other heavy metal parts using the equipment mentioned above.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities : Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.

Desirable Experience & Training : Prior experience as a shipfitter is preferred. Ability to operate a cutting torch and tack weld is highly desirable.

VT Halter Marine is an EOE / AAP Employer.