About this opportunity
Ameri-Force lists this Shipfitter 1st Class (Per Diem, Bonus) opportunity in pascagoula, Mississippi. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title: Shipfitter
Day Shift: $42.00
Night Shift: $43.00
Per-Diem: $180.00
Sign-On Bonus: $1000
A First-Class Shipfitter, also referred to as a Journeyman Shipfitter or a Boilermaker, is responsible for various tools and equipment used in the fabrication, assembling and erection of metal components at the various stages in constructing a marine vessel. Shipyard production areas at times involve working at different heights, confined spaces, different weather conditions as well as multiple shifts 24 hours a day. As with most every position in the shipyard, a Shipfitter may be required to work either day or night dependent upon the number of ships under construction at any one point in time. We stress the practice of working safely in all situations, with safety procedures meeting, and most times, exceeding industry standards.
Candidate must be able to test in person at the Pascagoula, Mississippi facility
Basic Qualifications: Minimum 3-5 Yrs. trade experience Basic math, reading and comprehension skills Read and interpret blueprints utilizing both metric and standard measurements Knowledge of the layout, fit-up and fabrication of steel plate and beam. Experience with various trade specific tools such as: grinder, hand torch, hydraulic and ratchet jack, chain fall and/or come-a-long, combination square, framing square, hand level and plumb bob
Nice to Have: 6 plus Yrs. marine, shipbuilding and construction experience Knowledge of setting and erecting units with proficiency in the use of Datum Lines Familiarity with fit-up, alignment tolerances and advanced blue print reading skills
Safety Environmental Factors:
All employees are expected to adhere to the companys safety policies to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. This role involves working under extreme hot or cold conditions and requires the physical ability to stand for the entire shift, use hands for various tasks, ascend stairs, balance, stoop,kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Team members must occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required include close, distant, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
Benefits
As part of the Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. Our competitive benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Short Term Disability Benefits
Term Life Benefits
* Note: The specific duties, skills and qualifications may vary depending on the companys requirements and the nature of the tasks performed at the site. Employees must be willing to make reasonable adjustments to their tasks depending on the requirements of the client. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
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