1st Shift-Fitter

Job Description

Job Description

CDR General Services is seeking a 1st Shift-Fitter to join our team in Calvert City, KY . The ideal candidate will have experience in barge repair and marine fabrication and thrive in a fast-paced industrial environment. This position is perfect for a motivated individual with a strong work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to quality and safety.

• Hiring Bonus available (conditions apply)

• Referral Bonus available (conditions apply)

• Per diem available

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-Time

• Location: Calvert City, KY

• Pay Rate: $29 per hour

Schedule

• First Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and work orders

• Lay out, fit, align, and assemble structural steel and barge components

• Repair and replace structural barge components including plates, stiffeners, frames, and bulkheads

• Measure, cut, tack, and prepare materials for welding and fabrication

• Work closely with welders and supervisors to ensure proper fit-up and fabrication quality

• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, grinders, torches, and measuring equipment

• Inspect materials and completed work for accuracy and compliance with specifications

• Ensure all work meets quality standards and safety requirements

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in barge repair or marine fabrication required

• Experience fitting structural steel and marine components required

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work orders independently

• Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication and fit-up procedures

• Experience using hand tools, power tools, cutting equipment, and measuring tools

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment