Description
About the Company:
We provide specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services to support clients in the transport and aerospace industries. We work closely with clients to ensure that our solutions meet their needs and exceed their expectations. Our team members are motivated individuals that do remarkable things every day!
Position Summary:
AAA United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Houma, LA that is the leading provider of quality construction, manufacturing, engineering, repair, and conversion products and services to the marine industry.
The 1st Class Ship Fitter is responsible for fabricating, assembling, and installing structural parts of ships and other marine vessels in accordance with blueprints, specifications, and shipyard standards.
Essential Functions:
- Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine layout, assembly, and installation procedures.
- Cut, align, fit, and tack structural parts of ships using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
- Lay out reference points and lines on ship components using measuring instruments.
- Assemble hulls, bulkheads, frames, and other structural components in proper alignment.
- Use cutting torches, grinders, and hand tools to prepare metal surfaces and cut material.
- Ensure quality and accuracy in fitting and fabrication work.
- Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
- Assist with lifting and positioning large components using cranes, hoists, or rigging.
- Collaborate with welders, pipefitters, and other trades to complete vessel construction or repair.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Minimum 3+ years of ship fitting or related fabrication experience in a shipyard or heavy industrial setting.
- Ability to read and understand shipyard drawings and blueprints.
- Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and measuring instruments.
- Familiarity with shipyard safety regulations and procedures.
- Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in various environmental conditions.
Skills Required
- Minimum 3+ years ship fitting or related fabrication experience in a shipyard or heavy industrial setting
- Ability to read and understand shipyard drawings and blueprints
- Skilled in use of hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, grinders, and measuring instruments
- Familiarity with shipyard safety regulations and procedures
- Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in various environmental conditions
- High School Diploma or GED
What We Do
AAA USA, Inc. is a leading aerospace and ground transportation company specializing in advanced manufacturing and aftermarket management service solutions. They provide specialized subcontracting and technical workforce solutions tailored for industrialization, production, and maintenance operations.
