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Structural FitterSouthwest Shipyard Lp • Houston, Texas, United States, 77012
Structural Fitter

Structural Fitter

Southwest Shipyard Lp • Houston, Texas, United States, 77012
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

SUMMARY OF COMPANY

Southwest Shipyard, LP provides gas freeing and cleaning services, steaming, and flaring services, Barge and Boat repair, Surface preparation and painting, water treatment and new construction services to the commercial and government marine industry. Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water access to the Gulf of Mexico. We take pride in our dedicated and experienced workforce that focuses on Quality, Safety and Environmental Excellence. Our motto is “Faster, Safer, Better”.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is primarily responsible for fabricating, assembling, and installing metal structures and components in accordance with blueprints and specifications. Duties include cutting, fitting, and welding metal parts, inspecting for quality, and coordinating with welders and other trades to ensure the structural integrity of the project.

PAY RANGE

  • Pay is determined by Test Classification Results
  • HR will contact qualified applicants to schedule on-site weld test.

WORK SCHEDULE

Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.

Varies by Department and / or  Location.

Day Shift : 6 : 00am - 3 : 30pm

Night Shift : 3 : 30pm - 12 : 00am (Midnight)

Overtime and / or Weekend Availability required.

Brady Island. (8502 Cypress St, Houston Tx 77012)

BENEFITS

  • Competitive Salary.
  • Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life).
  • 401(k) / Retirement Savings.
  • Friendly Work Environment.
  • Paid-Time off / Holidays.
  • Career Path Opportunities
  • RESPONSIBILITIES

    Primary responsibilities are to perform structural fitting functions with following objectives :

  • Perform structural fitter assignments as assigned.
  • Work safe and maintain a safe working environment.
  • Notify foreman or supervisor of any safety and / or structural issues as warranted.
  • Lays out, positions, aligns and fits together fabricated structural steel plate according to customer specifications and direction from Foreman / Supervisor.
  • Required to move parts into position, manually, by hoist or crane, and align parts, using jacks, etc.
  • May be required to remove high spots and cut bevels, using hand files, portable grinders, and / or cutting torch, as well as give directions to the welder to build up low spots or short pieces.
  • May, at times, be required to tack weld, as necessary.
  • Consults with foreman or supervisor regarding installation or repair problems, sequence of operations, and time required to complete repair and / or installation
  • Attend safety meetings as required
  • Maintain a safe working environment
  • EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must have or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card.
  • Minimum one year experience as a structural fitter (shipyard experience preferred, but not required)
  • Be able to perform simple paper work as required for filling out forms and logs.
  • Must have good judgment skills and work initiative, taking good directions from Supervisor / Manager.
  • Understanding of company Quality, Environmental & Safety manual and procedures described therein.
  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Must have good communication skills and leadership ability, English & Spanish (Bi-lingual required).
  • PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

    The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

    The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD’s), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

    In addition, Employees in this position must also be capable of :

  • Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.
  • Standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, or sitting for long periods of time.
  • Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
  • Climbing stairs, and / or vertical ladders of varying heights.
  • Working in confined work areas and / or elevated heights.
  • Lifting objects of minimum of 10lbs, with maximum single-person lift limit of 50lbs, with frequent lifting and carrying.
  • Adapting to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
  • Visually inspecting equipment and verifying information, often in small print.
  • Applying sideways / upward / downward pressure to tighten and loosen hardware.
  • The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees. Employment at Southwest Shipyard, LP is on an “at-will” basis. There is no contract of employment between Southwest Shipyard, L.P., and anyone or all its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee. No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will. Only the Owner or President has the authority to modify the at-will relationship, and then only in writing specifically addressed to the employee on this issue and signed by Southwest Shipyard, L.P. Executive.

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

    EEO Statement

    Southwest Shipyard, LP is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Southwest Shipyard, LP participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

    Southwest Shipyard, LP is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Southwest Shipyard, LP, via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Southwest Shipyard, LP in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of Southwest Shipyard, LP. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Southwest Shipyard, LP

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