Shipfitter 1st Class (Day Shift)(53972373)
Company: Ameri-Force
Location: Pascagoula
Posted on: February 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description: Shipfitter Responsible for surface preparation
of structural metal components, as well as the layout and
fabrication of metal structural parts within the hull of a vessel
for riveting and welding. Pay: Day Shift - $29.00 EXPERIENCE: 3
years of 1st Class shipyard experience Prior experience as a
shipfitter Ability to operate a cutting torch and tack weld is
highly desirable. Proficiency in reading and interpreting
blueprints and drawings. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The
following duties represent the general nature of the work but are
not exhaustive: Work from blueprints or templates to lay out the
position of parts on metal using a scribe and hand tools. Locate
and mark reference lines. Position parts in the hull of the vessel
with assistance from a Tacker or Helper. Align parts in relation to
each other using jacks, come-a-longs, turnbuckles, clips, wedges,
and mauls. Mark the location of holes to be drilled and install
temporary fasteners to hold parts in place for welding or riveting.
Tack weld clips and brackets in place prior to permanent welding
when necessary. Bend, flange, cut, and shape plates, beams, and
other heavy metal parts using the equipment mentioned above. Safety
Environmental Factors: All employees are expected to adhere to the
companys safety policies to maintain a safe and healthy work
environment. This role involves working under extreme hot or cold
conditions and requires the physical ability to stand for the
entire shift, use hands for various tasks, ascend stairs, balance,
stoop,kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Team members must occasionally
lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities
required include close, distant, and peripheral vision, depth
perception, and the ability to focus. Benefits As part of the
Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal
stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a
collaborative and rewarding work environment. Our competitive
benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision
Coverage Short Term Disability Benefits Term Life Benefits * Note:
The specific duties, skills and qualifications may vary depending
on the companys requirements and the nature of the tasks performed
at the site. Employees must be willing to make reasonable
adjustments to their tasks depending on the requirements of the
client. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not
discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national
origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, age, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or
any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Keywords: Ameri-Force, Gulf Port , Shipfitter 1st Class (Day Shift)(53972373), Engineering , Pascagoula, Mississippi
