Advanced Ship Fitter

Job Description

Job Description

HUTCO, INC.

Position : Advanced Shipfitter / Fabricator (Multi-Pass Tack & Burn)

Job Location : Newport News, VA

Shift : Variable, 12 : 00 AM - 11 : 59 PM, Sunday - Saturday

Rate of Pay : $45 per hour

DESCRIPTION :

Hutco, Inc. is seeking an Advanced Shipfitter / Fabricator with at least 4years of commercial or naval experience as a first-class Shipfitter. The role involves multi-pass tack welding and fabrication of structural assemblies, using complex structural drawings and blueprints. The position requires working in demanding environments, complying with OSHA regulations, and utilizing precision tools and equipment.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS :

• Experience : Minimum of four years as a first-class Shipfitter in a commercial / naval setting (documented experience required).
• Tack Welding Skills : Proficiency in multi-pass tack welding.
• Burning & Heating : Ability to use oxygen / propane burning and heating torches.
• Blueprint Reading : Comprehension of complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and fractional dimensions.
• Fabrication & Assembly : Skills in laying off, assembling, and replacing structural piece parts, hull inserts, and penetrations.
• Physical Work : Ability to work in physically demanding environments such as shipbuilding and steel fabrication.
• OSHA Regulations : Familiarity with shipbuilding industry safety regulations.
• Tool Proficiency : Experience using vibratory tools (grinders and needle guns) and air carbon arc gouging.

WELDING QUALIFICATION :

All Shipfitters must pass the Multi-Pass Tack Welder Qualification Test using the SMAW process with MIL-10718-M (A-5A) filler metal. Tests include :

Note : Shipfitters must pass these tests without prior training at the Newport News welding school.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Benefits

Hutco Inc. offers a limited benefit plan through Essential Staff Care .

Per diem available for qualified individuals

Available plans include :

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