Shipfitter

Security Clearance:      No Clearance

Ship access:                  USS Pinckney and USS Spruance 

Shipfitter tasks include, but are not limited to:

Cutting, grinding, and assembly of metal structural parts using fitting aids and rigging equipment to align parts according to blueprints. Tacking and welding of foundations and installing temporary fasteners to hold structural members in place.  Performs other related tasks as assigned.

The candidate must have a minimum of five years shipyard experience, demonstrated knowledge of blueprint reading, ship terminology, and different metals. Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) T-1 welding certification required. Must pass hands on assessment test conducted by NASSCO, which includes a knowledge assessment, burning and scarfing assessment, and fabrication assessment. Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces and to access and move around ship safely.

Essential Job Tasks:

1. Lays out work from blueprints.
2. Cuts, burns, grinds, rip-out and fit-up of metal structural parts for placement on ship.
3. Tacks and welds foundations and structural members.
4. Operates high reach equipment including condors and scissor lift.
5. Sets up tools and equipment at job site.  Cleans up and removes scrap to nearest scrap tub.

Ability to use rigging equipment.

Assessment Criteria

If a candidate was previously certified at NASSCO, but the certifications are currently expired, the candidate will need to recertify by accomplishing a 3F (vertical fillet weld) test. Candidates who are new or do not have certification records in the company’s system will need to complete the assessment requirements described below. Note that the candidate must follow all safety procedures. Any infractions will result in disqualification.

Assessment PPE and Equipment

Required personal protective equipment (PPE):

Hard Hat

Safety Glasses

Hearing Protection

Respirator

Steel Toe Boots with Leather Tongue

Mono-goggles

Required tools and equipment:

Wire Cutters

Slag Hammer

Welding Leathers

Crescent Wrench

Welding Gloves

Welding Hood

Center Punch

Ball Peen Hammer

Measuring Tape (Imperial/Metric)

Combination Tri Square

Locking Pliers

Assessment Location

Trades Academy (Trade Assessment)

Weld School (Welding T-1 Certification)

Shipfitter Assessment

The shipfitter assessment has four modules that are organized according to progressive skills requirements. Candidates must pass ALL modules listed below. In addition, All safety procedures must be followed. Any safety infractions will result in disqualification.

Module 1 (2 Hour Limit)

Knowledge Assessment

• Welding and tacking
• Burning and scarfing (gouging)
• Tools and equipment
• Math and measure
• Fitting processes and procedures
• Ship terminology
• Blueprint interpretation

Module 2 (8 Hour Limit)

Burning and Scaring Practical Assessment

• Torch hook-up
• Drop test
• Torch cutting: Horizontal 90 and 22.5 degrees
• Torch cutting: Vertical 90 and 22.5 degrees
• Torch scarfing positions: Horizontal, vertical, and overhead
• Hands-on assessment must be performed safety (e.g., PPE, line of fire, use of tools, etc.)

Burning Test Plate Specifications

Test Plate

Horizontal Scarf

Vertical Scarf

Overhead Scarf

The shipfitter assessment has four modules that are organized according to progressive skills requirements. Candidates must pass ALL modules listed below. In addition, All safety procedures must be followed. Any safety infractions will result in disqualification.

Module 3 (4 Hour Limit)

Practical Assessment

The candidate must fabricate and construct a 7”X7” box using provided angle bars. The assessment will include the following:

• Accurate measurement
• Accurate position and angle
• Acceptable tack (placement, size, and quality)
• Performed safely (e.g., PPE, use of tools, line of fire, etc.)

Module 4 (8 Hour Limit)

T-1 Welding Certification

The candidate must demonstrate the consistent ability to perform flux core arc welding (FCAW) with carbon dioxide (CO2) shielding gas.

The assessment and plate testing will be conducted at the Weld School.

During the assessment process, the candidate must demonstrate the following:

• Perform assessment safely (adhere to all safety requirements)
• Conduct shielding gas drop test
• Change wire
• Measure fillet welds
• Set weld parameters

2F (Flat)

3F (Vertical)

4F (Overhead)

T-1 Testing Requirements

• 1⁄4” weld size
• One start and stop shall be included within the weld lengh.
• (S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248 REV.1 -Requirements For Welding and Brazing Procedure and Performance Qualification Test No.8) (Visual Inspection- MI-Std-2035)
• Fracture Test

Assessment Results

The Training Admin will email the assessments to the Subcontractor Admin Team. Candidates that  pass the assessment will move on to Pre-Boarding.

Training Requirements

Training Required Prior to Production Assignment

Topic

Description

OSHA 10

10-hour training that is required for Repair assignments.

248D

This 8-hour course covers welding workmanship requirements.  This course is required for Repair assignments for trades conducting welding operations.

Firewatch

Depending on the provider, this training could take 2-8 hours. This course will be required for all production assignments.

MEWP

Mobile Elevated Working Platform (MEWP) is a license that is required to operate high-reach equipment. Training could take 4-6 hours. This is a requirement for all production assignments.

Rigging

6-hour training required to check out equipment from the tool room

Overhead Crane

Depending on assignment

Lifeline/Rope Grab/Fall Arrest

Depending on assignment

If training is ONLY available at NASSCO, the Operations Training Admin will provide the signed training rosters to the Subcontractor Admin. The Subcontractor Admin will provide these rosters to each labor provider for labor hour approvals.

Tool List

PPE

Tool List

NASSCO Supplied Tools

• Hard Hat
• Safety glasses
• Ear plugs
• Respirator
• Knee pads
• Flashlight
• Mono-goggles
• Steel Toe Boots

• Welding leathers: Jacket, sleeves, with bib
• Leather welding gloves and working gloves
• Flip front welding good to fit hard hat with Z-87 lens
• Pad lock #3
• Chalk line
• Square Carpenter
• Bevel square
• Torpedo level
• Slag hammer
• 10” crescent wrench
• Diagonal wire cutter
• Center punch
• Ball peen hammer
• Measuring tape (Imperial and Metric)
• Combination tri-square
• Striker
• Locking pliers
• Sledge Hammer, 4 lb
• Tip Cleaner Standard Size WYPO
• Brush, S/S Toothbrush Type WEILER
• Wrench, 8" Adjustable
• Utility Knife
• Tool Bag, Backpack 24"H X 23.5"W X 4"
• Crown Face Shield

• Pneumatic tools
• Electric tools
• Oxy/fuel Torch
• I.D. washers (stamped)
• Burning tips
• Straight Edge
• Welding Lents
• Face Shield Clear
• Face Shield Green
• Adapter, Universal Slot Sellstrom Extender
• Adapter, Slotted Cap Mounting Block

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