Shipfitter/Welder
Temporary
Prime Ocean
We are seeking an experienced Shipfitter/Welder to lay out, fit, fabricate, and weld structural components on marine vessels, barges, offshore equipment, and related steel structures. Work includes new construction, repair, and modification of hull plating, bulkheads, decks, frames, foundations, and other structural members to drawing, code, and quality requirements.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, weld symbols, and specifications
- Lay out, measure, cut, burn, grind, and fit plates, shapes, bulkheads, frames, and structural assemblies
- Align and brace parts using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, clips, strongbacks, and temporary fasteners
- Tack and weld in all positions using SMAW, FCAW, and/or GMAW (MIG); TIG as required
- Prepare joints (bevel, gap, land, hi-lo) and inspect fit-up before welding
- Cut and shape material with oxy-fuel, plasma, and carbon-arc gouging as needed
- Install structural accessories such as brackets, clips, foundations, hatches, and stiffeners
- Check completed work for dimensional accuracy and weld quality
- Follow WPS/PQR, company quality procedures, and applicable AWS, ABS, NAVSEA, or class-society standards
- Maintain a clean, safe worksite; work as fire watch when assigned
- Perform other related duties as required
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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