Shipfitter Electrical (SD)

Location: San Diego, CA
Employment Type: Contract to Hire
Posted 1 month ago

Shipfitter (Electrical Department)

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