Advanced Ship Fitter
3 weeks ago
HUTCO, INC.
Position: Advanced Shipfitter/Fabricator (Multi-Pass Tack & Burn)
Job Location: Newport News, VA (Copeland Industrial Park or Oyster Point)
Shift: Variable, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM, Sunday - Saturday
Rate of Pay: $45 per hour
Hutco, Inc. is seeking an Advanced Shipfitter/Fabricator with at least four years of commercial or naval experience as a first-class Shipfitter. The role involves multi-pass tack welding and fabrication of structural assemblies, using complex structural drawings and blueprints. The position requires working in demanding environments, complying with OSHA regulations, and utilizing precision tools and equipment.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:- Experience: Minimum of four years as a first-class Shipfitter in a commercial/naval setting (documented experience required).
- Tack Welding Skills: Proficiency in multi-pass tack welding.
- Burning & Heating: Ability to use oxygen/propane burning and heating torches.
- Blueprint Reading: Comprehension of complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and fractional dimensions.
- Fabrication & Assembly: Skills in laying off, assembling, and replacing structural piece parts, hull inserts, and penetrations.
- Physical Work: Ability to work in physically demanding environments such as shipbuilding and steel fabrication.
- OSHA Regulations: Familiarity with shipbuilding industry safety regulations.
- Tool Proficiency: Experience using vibratory tools (grinders and needle guns) and air carbon arc gouging.
- Rigger/Material Handling
- Optical Instrument Experience (Level, Transit)
- Shipwright/Erect & Set Experience
- Tank Testing
- Mobile Equipment Operation (e.g., JLG, Scissor Lift)
All Shipfitters must pass the Multi-Pass Tack Welder Qualification Test using the SMAW process with MIL-10718-M (A-5A) filler metal. Tests include:
- Vertical Up (3F) and Overhead (4F) positions.
- One-hour practice session followed by one-hour tests in both vertical and overhead positions.
- Visual Inspection of Weld Level I (six-hour assessment).
Note: Shipfitters must pass these tests without prior training at the Newport News welding school.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. frequently.
- Climbing, crawling, standing, and working in confined spaces.
- Exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, fumes, odors, and dust.
- Work may require the use of various hand and power tools and constant movement in tight areas.
CONTACT HUTCO TODAY
Apply Online or at the Portsmouth Branch:
Address:
728 High Street Suite 200
Portsmouth, VA 23704
Send resumes to: nnrecruiter@hutcoinc.com
Or call us at: (757) 223-7680
Hutco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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