hipfitter

Production ship fitting operations aboard ships and shop Fabrication . Components to fit/fabricate include but are not limited to structural parts, deck plates, bulkheads and foundations using , Shielded Metal Arc Welding , Flux-Cored Arc Welding and Gas Metal Arc Welding Pulse processes. Working From Blueprints or templates. Certified to weld clips and brackets in place prior to permanent welding .

Candidates may be required to travel to different sites or Naval Bases.

Required Skills and Education

Required Skills

· Minimum of 3 years shipyard Journeyperson level experience.

· Must be able to obtain DBIDS credential/Government clearance to enter NAVSTA and Navy Vessels.

· Ability to accomplish ship-fitting operations aboard vessels and shipboard environments.

· Must be able to rip-out, fabricate and install components based on NAVSEA drawing requirements with minimum direction given.

· Must be able to use hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently.

· Must be able to pass a hands-on welding practical test on SMAW, FCAW and GMAW-P (5XXX Aluminum)

· Must be able to pass an oxy-fuel torch test within first attempt.

· Must have own basic ship-fitter tool kit.

· Must be able to understand, read and interpret welding symbols based on the requirements of Military Standard 22-D and have working experience with Military Standard 1689, DM 10-623B and CG-47 Crack Repair Manual.

· Ability to cross-craft between ship fitting and welding.

· Ability to interpret and understand NAVSEA drawings/blueprints.

· Must be able to work a variety of shifts (1st shift 6:00am to 2:30pm, 2nd shift 3:00 to 11:00).

· Must possess basic reading, writing and mathematical skills.

Physical Requirements:

· Must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position.

· Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces and have the ability to climb staircases and ladders of varying sizes.

· Must be able to carry personal tool bag weighing anywhere from 20-30 lbs.