Fitter - 1A

Company: Southwest Shipyard Lp
Location: Channelview
Posted on: October 2, 2024

Job Description:

Classification: Hourly / Non-ExemptResponsibilities: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.Duties:

• Duties include, but are not limited to:
• 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
• Other duties as assignedEducation, Experience and Training:
  • 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.Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    • Mandatory drug testing prior to employment, and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol tests during employment.
    • Must be able to communicate and take directions from Foreman & Supervisor.
    • Must have good judgment skills, and a high-level work initiative;
    • Must be able to work independently, without direct supervision;
    • Must be able to meet strict attendance requirements Physical/Environmental Requirements:
      • Barge chemical environment. Requires prolonged kneeling, standing, walking, twisting, climbing, and the ability to lift and carry in access of 120 lbs, assisted.
      • Ability to work in varied conditions (i.e.: heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, etc.), inside and outside.
      • Able to work in confined space, heights and operate equipment efficiently and safely.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.
        
        Compensation details: 17.5-23 Hourly Wage
        
        
        
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