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Structural Fitter

Southwest Shipyard Lp

Channelview, TX
1 day ago

Job Description

Join Southwest Shipyard as a Structural Fitter, where you'll fabricate, assemble, and install metal structures while ensuring quality and safety. Collaborate with skilled trades to deliver impactful results in the marine industry, all while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Fabricate, assemble, and install metal structures and components
  • Cut, fit, and weld metal parts
  • Inspect for quality and coordinate with welders and other trades
  • Notify foreman or supervisor of safety and/or structural issues
  • Lay out, position, align, and fit together fabricated structural steel plates
  • Move parts into position using hoists or cranes
  • Remove high spots and cut bevels as necessary
  • Consult with foreman regarding installation or repair problems
  • Attend safety meetings

Required Qualifications

  • Must have or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card
  • Minimum one year experience as a structural fitter
  • Ability to perform simple paperwork for forms and logs
  • Good judgment skills and work initiative
  • Understanding of company Quality, Environmental & Safety manual and procedures
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Good communication skills
  • Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Shipyard experience preferred

Benefits & Perks

Competitive SalaryComprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)401(k)/Retirement SavingsFriendly Work EnvironmentPaid-Time off/HolidaysCareer Path Opportunities