What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipfitter position at Venture Dynamics?
Venture Dynamics is actively seeking Shipfitters. This position will perform ship-fitting duties supporting repair and modernization of US Naval Vessels inside a shop setting.
Responsibilities to include tacking and fitting of bulkheads, railings, foundations, deck plating and other structural members.
Assembles, cuts and grinds metal structural parts to include plates, bulkheads, strong backs, turnbuckles, come-alongs.
Aligns parts in relation to each other. Ability to lay out work from written and verbal instructions. Employ appropriate trade methods to ensure watertight intergrity on hulls of metal ships.
Performs layout work according to blueprints or reference lines. Marks location of holes to be drilled, drives wedges and installs temporary fasteners to hold parts in place for welding or riveting.
Perform pre-fabrication work inside shop. Performs related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a shipyard environment
- Must be able to read blueprints and perform layouts
- Must pass written and hands-on weld tack test :
- Tack Test includes : T1 test on Carbon, Stainless and Aluminum
- Demonstrate ability to burn with a torch
- Each test includes 2G, 3G and 4G positions
- Written / Blueprint exam
- Basic reading, writing and math skills.
- Previous experience in metal works is an asset.
- Candidates may be required to travel to different sites or Naval Bases
- Must be flexible to working 2nd shift
- Must have basic ship-fitting tools.
- Must have own transportation
- Must be US Citizen
- Must pass drug and background screening
Last updated : 2024-05-07