213113 - CL SHIPFITTER 1ST
Industry
GEN
Region
MS-Mississippi
City
Pascagoula
State
MS
Rate
Up to $29.61 DOE
Duration
12 months
Description


Chipton-Ross is seeking a CL SHIPFITTER 1ST for an opportunity in Pascagoula, MS.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
o Minimum 3-5 Yrs. trade experience
o Basic math, reading and comprehension skills
o Read and interpret blueprints utilizing both metric and standard measurements
o Knowledge of the layout, fit-up and fabrication of steel plate and beam.
o 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

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
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. Ingalls 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. Ingalls stresses the practice of working safely in all situations, with safety procedures meeting, and most times, exceeding industry standards.

Must be able to perform all blast requirements and functions utilizing all applications. - Identify and correct blast and paint deficiencies as required by the contract specifications.

**A skill assessment will be a written and hands on test.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
6+ 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.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Accredited High School diploma or equivalent.

WORK HOURS:
Full Time - 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift.


Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.

Contact
Tyler Harrell
tharrell@chiptonross.com
CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
420 Culver Boulevard
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

Phone: (310) 414-7800 x307 or (800) 927-9318 x307

Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.