Shipfitter Leadman

Who We Are Vigor Marine CM San Diego, a Vigor Marine Group company, builds on the proud legacy of Continental Maritime of San Diego (CMSD) to stand as a vital force on San Diego’s working waterfront. As a certified Master Ship Repair Contractor for the U.S. Navy, our skilled professionals have successfully completed hundreds of ship repair and modernization projects for the Navy and Military Sealift Command. We perform maintenance and modernization on all classes of major surface vessels, including CVN, CG, and DDG, as well as amphibious ships such as LHD, LHA, LSD, LPD, and auxiliary ships. Our work spans a full range of Combatant, Hull, Mechanical and Electrical, and Habitability systems, supporting the readiness and mission success of the U.S. Fleet. Position Specifics Vigor Marine CM San Diego is currently seeking a Shipfitter Leadman to support our operations. The Shipfitter Leadman is responsible for leading and coordinating shipfitters, helpers, and welders engaged in the layout, fitting, alignment, and installation of shipboard structural components. The Leadman ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with shipyard procedures, production schedules, drawings, and quality standards during second shift operations. The position works alongside first shift leadership through daily turnovers to ensure continuity of work and production progress between shifts. Primary Duties Lead and coordinate the daily work of shipfitters, helpers, and welders assigned to structural fabrication and repair tasks during second shift operations. Interpret shipyard drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical work documents. Plan and assign work to meet production schedules and project milestones. Lay out, align, and fit structural components including plates, frames, decks, bulkheads, brackets, and foundations. Measure and mark materials to ensure proper fit and structural alignment. Perform oxy‑fuel cutting and material preparation for installation. Grind and bevel steel components to ensure proper fit-up and weld preparation. Verify proper fit-up and alignment prior to welding. Coordinate work with welders, riggers, inspectors, and supervisors to maintain workflow and productivity. Identify structural deficiencies or discrepancies and implement corrective actions. Ensure work complies with shipyard quality standards and inspection requirements. Enforce shipyard safety policies including hot work, confined space entry, and fall protection requirements. Provide on‑the‑job training and technical guidance to shipfitters and helpers. Report work progress, material needs, and production issues to the Foreman or Production Supervisor. Coordinate with first shift supervision and conduct daily turnovers to ensure continuity of work, status updates, and proper transition of ongoing tasks between shifts. Perform work in confined spaces, elevated work areas, and shipboard environments as required. High school diploma or GED. Minimum 5–10 years of shipfitting or structural steel fabrication experience in shipbuilding or ship repair environments. Demonstrated leadership ability directing shipfitting crews in a production environment. Ability to read and interpret shipyard structural drawings, blueprints, and work specifications. Experience performing steel layout, fitting, burning, structural alignment, and structural assembly. Knowledge of shipboard structural components including frames, decks, bulkheads, foundations, and reinforcements. Experience performing structural work on U.S. Navy vessels or commercial ships. Familiarity with NAVSEA standards and shipyard repair procedures. Demonstrated working knowledge of U.S. Navy ship repair standards and technical requirements including: MIL‑STD‑22D – Welded Joint Design for Ship Structure MIL‑STD‑1689 – Fabrication, Welding, and Inspection of Ship Structure DM 10‑623B – Structural Repair Manual for Naval Surface Ships Experience working with HY‑80 and HY‑100 high‑strength steels. Current SMAW T‑8 welding certification (ability to obtain and maintain certification in accordance with shipyard welding procedures). Proficiency with shipfitting tools including oxy‑fuel cutting equipment, grinders, magnetic drills, hydraulic tools, and alignment equipment. Ability to work in physically demanding shipboard environments and lift up to 50 lbs. Previous Leadman or supervisory experience in a shipyard production environment. Experience coordinating structural repairs on U.S. Navy surface combatants or auxiliary vessels. Strong understanding of NAVSEA fabrication, inspection, and quality assurance requirements. US Citizenship if required The ability to acquire a DBIDS credential is required Physical Requirements Most work is performed aboard ships or in industrial conditions. Shop, shipboard, warehouse, industrial environment May be exposed to fumes and irritants including welding/burning fumes, paints, oils, greases and various cleaning solutions and solvents, noise, high heat and humidity hazards while wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Frequently moves throughout the shipyard Work at heights and in confined spaces Must be able to ascend/descend stairs/ladders/ramps, aboard ships in shipyards under industrial conditions and in confined spaces Must be able to move heavy equipment and boxes, weighing up to 50 pounds May be exposed to rapid changes in microclimates, industrial processes, and other environmental factors while collecting data, providing direction, and observing performance of task teams Vigor Marine CM San Diego is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Veterans and individuals with disabilities. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions. We offer excellent company‑paid benefits and a savings plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr Continental Maritime of San Diego, LLC