SHIPFITTER 1ST CLASS

Fitters must have strong math skills and a good mechanical aptitude. Fitters build in-place all interior structures, hatches, doors, bulkheads, etc., to complete all the steel work in the ship.

Requirements

• Fitters must have strong math skills and a good mechanical aptitude
• Fitters build in-place all interior structures, hatches, doors, bulkheads, etc., to complete all the steel work in the ship
• Fitters are expected to climb and work in high areas or crawl and work in cramped confine spaces and perform tasks with all kinds of working conditions in-between
• Performs safe and effective use of craft related tools and equipment, including but not limited to: millers, sanders, grinders, burr motors, band saws, skill saws, saws all, come along and chain falls etc.
• Obtain GMAW ABS ‘B’ Class Weld Certification for aluminum applications.
• Performs basic layout of plates, materials and weldments using basic engineering sketches, drawings, and diagrams with minimal supervision.
• Performs ship fitting functions such as but not limited to fit up of structure, cutting, sniping, sanding, grinding, prepping, tacking and the fit up of plates with minimum supervision.
• Performs fitting operations with limited supervision using standard ship fitting equipment to accomplish fabrication and ship repair duties.
• Monitors working environment for compliance with quality, safety, environmental and health regulations.
• Must be willing to work with and train lower-skilled workers.
• Receives instructions, prints, and work orders for the job.
• Plans details of working procedures and tools and material requirements.
• Fabricates equipment by cutting, burning, and tack welding various metals.
• Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded. Sets up, assembles, and tacks weld parts.
• Uses burning equipment to dismantle assemblies and to cut material to size and shape.
• May be assigned to dismantle or cut up obsolete machinery, setting aside parts for scrap dealer.