Fabrication Apprentice

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: - Required to successfully complete the US Department of Labor curriculum consisting of 576+ academic hours and 6000 hours of on-the-job learning (OJL). - Must maintain an academic average with a minimum score of 70% and maintain a minimum performance assessment of 'meets standards.' - Must perform corresponding job duties and responsibilities to the applicable trade positions over the course of the four-year apprenticeship o Trades Assistant o B Class o A Class - Assists or works with other trades and Austal USA employees as directed (May be assigned tasks outside craft as required). - Commit to learning all aspects of the Fabrication trade: o Learn the different types of measurements in standard and metric increments. o Learn how to read, interpret, decipher, and navigate different ship drawingsand blueprints. o Learn layout methods for different parts of the ship and methods ofmanufacturing them. o Learning the proper use of a variety of tools and machinery for cutting, burning, bending, etc. o Welding of aluminum and/or steelo Identification and the proper use of different fitting aids. - Practice safe working habits when using power tools and machinery - Miscellaneous tasks as directed by supervisor or instructor QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: To be considered qualified for a position as an apprentice, an individual must: - Possess the academic ability to succeed in the program - Demonstrate the motivation to continuously improve their knowledge/skills. Have the integrity to complete all assigned academic work independently - Demonstrate a high degree of reliability, both in task accomplishment and timekeeping. - Ability to measure using Metric and English systems, - Knowledge of shipyard terminology, such as general ship structure and vessel layout, is preferred. - The ability to understand directions and follow instructions, both oral and written. - Demonstrate applied math skills equivalent to ACT WorkKeys Level 3. - Must have successfully completed a related technical training program or have the equivalent craft work experience