Shipyard Fitter (Houma LA)

Weeks Marine Inc

Houma, LA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Blueprints, Communication Skills, Contract Requirements, Corrective Action, Electricity, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Safety Compliance, Welding
LOCATION
Houma, LA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Requisition ID: 182020

Position Summary

Assembles and fits to drawing dimensions of all kinds of structural, plate and mechanical materials into all types of assemblies.

Experience Level

Skilled

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

  • Read blueprints, section and plan drawings, and weld symbols to derive measurements, dimensions, and quantity of material needed to fabricate a structure.
  • Unload, sort, and stack heavy steel pieces, then hoist each one into the proper place for fastening.
  • Fabricate, assemble, and install structural steel products such as beams, braces, pipes, and plates for jackets and decks
  • Lay out and fit pipe, beams, decks and jackets; frame skids, bends, and elevations for jackets; cut plate, pipe, and beams using a cutting torch.
  • Use Come-a-longs, chain falls, and other industry tools and equipment, and install, use, and remove stop plates, dogs, and pad eyes
  • Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
  • Inspect subordinates work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.

Qualifications

  • May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  • Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
  • Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
  • Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools

Requirements

  • Able to meet all physical requirements.
  • Must have all required tools
  • Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
  • Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
  • Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

About the Company

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Weeks Marine Inc