Shipfitter Job at LaborOne Staffing, Washington DC

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  • LaborOne Staffing
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Labor One is taking applications for Shipfitters for an upcoming project in San Diego, California.

Shipyard experience is required.

Please contact our team for more information!

Cell: (619)657-5507 or (858)717-1672

Please send us a text if we don't answer

Walk-ins Accepted! Apply today!

1625 Hoover Avenue National City, CA 91950

Office Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM


Job Summary

  • Assembles, cuts, and grinds metal structural parts to include plates, bulkheads, strong backs, turnbuckles, and come-along. 
  • Aligns parts in relation to each other. 
  • Tacks and welds foundation and structural members. 
  • Performs lay out work according to blueprints or reference lines. 
  • Marks location of holes to be drilled, drives wedges and installs temporary fasteners to hold part in place for welding. 
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications Standards

Minimum two years of on the job experience, demonstrated knowledge of blueprint reading, ship terminology and different metals required. Good burning, welding and craftsmanship skills. Mechanical ability preferred. T-1 welding certificate required for FCAW (flux core), SMAW (stick) optional but highly recommended. Ability to pass hands on assessment test conducted by shipyard. Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and on any assigned shift. Must comprehend written and verbal instructions (in English). Must be able to hear warning signals, read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings.

Essential Job Tasks

  • Lay out work from blueprint
  • Cut, burn, grind, rip out and fit metal structural parts for placement on ship.
  • Tack and weld foundation and structural members.
  • Operate high reaching equipment including condors, sky climbers, scissors lift.
  • Set up tools and equipment at job site. Cleans up and removes scrap to nearest scrap tub.
  • Operate overhead cranes and use rigging equipment.
  • Other job duties as may be assigned relevant to the trade.

Materials, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids

Blueprints, welding equipment, grinders, cutting torch, hand tools, come-along, chain hoist, turn buckles, porta power, sky climbers, condors, dock arms, scissors lift and personal protective equipment.

Physical/Mental Involvement

Lifting up to 50 lbs. Standing, balancing, walking, climbing ladders or equipment, reaching above shoulder or out in front, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, seeing, hearing and occasionally lowering self into confined spaces, crawling through small openings and working in reclined positions, as needed. Works in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships. Hearing warning signals, reading, and comprehending safety instructions. Must be able to maintain general safety awareness and avoid hazards commonly present in employee’s work area.

Marginal Job Tasks

General housekeeping in work areas. May be required to attend safety, quality and/or process improvement meetings.

Environmental Factors

Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, gases, various climates and temperatures, and low ventilation conditions, all of which can cause discomfort and/or respiratory difficulties. Exposure to constantly moving machines, mechanical parts, and high levels of constant noise.

Labor One Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

About LaborOne Staffing:

We're always hiring Great people for our projects. We have work available for Skilled Craft - Welders, Fitters, Electricians, Machinists, Blaster Painters, Fire Watch General Labor, Etc. in Shipyards on both coasts and along the Gulf Coast region.We also have General Labor jobs available in Texas, Florida, South Carolina, Virginia and California.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Shift work,

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