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Verified Pay check_circle $70 - $75 per hour
Hours Full-time
Location Grand Prairie, TX 75050
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Job Description

Job Description
Must be willing to travel/temporarily relocate to the following locations:
  • Pascagoula, MS.
  • Lockport, LA.
  • Houma, LA.

What We Offer:
  • Paid Travel and lodging assistance available.
  • Long and Short-Term Contracts.
  • Immediate placement.
  • PTO.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Health Benefit.

Position Summary:
The 1st Class Ship Fitter is responsible for fabricating, assembling, and installing structural parts of ships and other marine vessels in accordance with blueprints, specifications, and shipyard standards.

Essential Functions:
  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine layout, assembly, and installation procedures.
  • Cut, align, fit, and tack structural parts of ships using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
  • Lay out reference points and lines on ship components using measuring instruments.
  • Assemble hulls, bulkheads, frames, and other structural components in proper alignment.
  • Use cutting torches, grinders, and hand tools to prepare metal surfaces and cut material.
  • Ensure quality and accuracy in fitting and fabrication work.
  • Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
  • Assist with lifting and positioning large components using cranes, hoists, or rigging.
  • Collaborate with welders, pipefitters, and other trades to complete vessel construction or repair.

Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.
  • Minimum 3+ years of ship fitting or related fabrication experience in a shipyard or heavy industrial setting.
  • Ability to read and understand shipyard drawings and blueprints.
  • Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and measuring instruments.
  • Familiarity with shipyard safety regulations and procedures.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in various environmental conditions.

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Posting ID: 1271983669 Posted: 2026-06-25 Job Title: Structural Analysis Engineer
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Structural Analysis Engineer