Shipfitter

Job Description

Shipfitter Class 1 & 2 - Marine Vessel Repair & Modernization

About LEAD:

Join a leading national skilled trade organization! We provide resources to maximize your skills and contribute to the marine industry. Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid holidays and sick leave (eligibility requirements apply), and the flexibility to choose how and where you work. We are committed to your growth and finding the right fit for your career goals.

Your Opportunity:

Develop and strengthen your shipfitting skills with support from our local branch and job-site leadership. We are seeking experienced Shipfitters (Class 1 & 2) to join our team and contribute to the repair and modernization of marine vessels.

Responsibilities:

Assist with steel and structural work across all stages of marine vessel repair and modernization.

Maintain a clean and safe work area, especially at the end of each shift.

Prepare work areas for hot work as directed by supervisors or journeymen.

Grind and prepare steel and aluminum for installation or subsequent tasks.

Assist in the construction of templates and fabrication of structural components.

Qualifications:

Basic understanding of structural repair procedures and the ability to follow directions.

Knowledge of ship terminology, measurements, and the ability to read job specifications and drawings.

Physical and medical capability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Proficiency in using power and hand tools, including mauls, grinders, circular and reciprocating saws, and drills.

Benefits:

Paid holidays (subject to eligibility)

Paid sick leave (subject to eligibility)

Opportunities for career growth and skill development.

Supportive team environment.

To Apply:

Please visit our office at 703 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite A4, Newport News, VA 23606

Equal Opportunity Employer:

LEAD is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.Company Description

LEAD is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success as a growing national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Full-time