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      1971 Shipfitter jobs in Norfolk,VA

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      Shipfitter - Hiring Now

      IMIA, LLC

      Portsmouth, VA 23704

      ~ 13 min OnsiteHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

      • High school graduate, or GED preferred
      • Six months to one-year related experience and/or training
      • Experience with steel, aluminum and/or stainless steel required
      • Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals
      • Familiarity with the metric system
      • Ability to perform simple shop math, convert decimals to factional equivalents and fractions to decimal equivalents
      • Ability to stand continuously for long periods of time
      • Ability to identify and measure material
      • Ability to follow instructions given both verbally and in written form
      • Willingness to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities as well as dependable work ethic
      • Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses
      • Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, tape measures and angle gauges
      • Most work performed will be onboard a ship, in a dry dock or shipyard under fast- paced conditions; frequently requiring overtime
      • Consistent exposure to extreme temperatures, outdoor elements, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals and dusty conditions
      • Work over extended periods of time in tightly configured confined spaces
      • Often works on scaffolds and ladders. To avoid injury, safety clothing is required along with safety devices to protect the eyes, head, or hearing
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      COLONNA'S SHIPYARD

      Norfolk, VA 23510

      OnsiteFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

      • Must have a Bachelors/Registered Apprentice (grad) and at least 2 years relative trades experience (or HS + 6 years trades experience) and at least 2 years of prior supervisory experience.
      • Must be able to demonstrate ability to perform multi-pass, all position fillet and butt welds using SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), and FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding).
      • Must have knowledge of AWS D1.1 (Structural Steel) and NAVSEA code/requirements (MIL-STD-1688 & MIL-STD-1689).
      • Must have both welding and fitting experience in new industrial fabrication/new construction.
      • Must have at least one (1) year of experience in welding automation.
      • Must be able to understand job specifications, drawings, and corresponding technical references years supervisory experience.
      • Must have well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively communicate with employees/leadership/customers and prepare/deliver written reports and correspondence.
      • Must have regular, reliable attendance.
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      Delphinus Engineering

      Norfolk, VA 23510

      OnsiteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

      • High School diploma or GED.
      • This position requires 1-5 years of experience in the ship fitting trade.
      • Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain a security badge for all military installations and civilian shipyards as needed.
      • Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
      • Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
      • Reasoning Ability: Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
      • Computer Skills: Must possess basic computer skills to enter data into different data basis.
      • Employees may be required to travel for work to other locations.
      • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
      • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
      • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required on a regular basis to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and/or hear.
      • Frequently the employee is required to carry objects that might weigh up to 50 pounds.
      • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is working on a ship.
      • The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts or working in a confined space.
      • The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
      • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
      • Wage Range: $17.00 - $28.00
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      Continental Tide Defense System

      Norfolk, VA 23510

      OnsiteRetirement Benefit

      • Minimum 5-8 years of marine or industrial ship fitting experience required
      • Proficient in blueprint reading and layout techniques
      • Familiarity with welding, burning, and cutting tools
      • Ability to pass pre-employment physical and background check
      • Must be authorized to work in the United States
      • Ability to obtain & maintain a Secret clearance
      • Demonstrated reliability and punctuality; must be able to consistently report to work on time
      • Must be able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions
      • Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form
      • Measure and verify dimensions using precision instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and tape measures
      • Must be able to calculate and understand units of measure, including fractions and decimals
      • Must know how to measure using a scale and tape measure
      • Must be able to wear standard PPE and use basic ship fitting tool list
      • Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore
      • Exposure to open-air environments, including noisy, hot, and cold conditions
      • Exposure to sound levels exceeding 100 decibels
      • May work in confined spaces with limited ventilation
      • Requires prolonged periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing
      • May be required to operate machinery, power tools, and/or heavy equipment
      • Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more, depending on the task requirements
      • Must possess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and night vision to inspect marine components and systems, identify defects or irregularities, and safely operate tools and equipment
      • Site visits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge or boat structural components
      • Only local candidates will be considered
      • U.S. citizenship is required for most positions
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      Fairlead

      Portsmouth, VA 23704

      Requires Travel

      • Work Experience: Minimum 3+ years of Shipfitter experience.
      • Understands and performs the setup, and operation of various portable tools and hand tools used in the trade including plasma cutting machines and oxy/fueltorches.
      • Has knowledge of the following: shipboard plate (hull, deck, bulkhead) systems (repair/installation practices, procedures, alignments, and material requirements), blueprint reading and interpretation, MILSPEC requirements.
      • Must be able to fit structural components to tolerance requirements.
      • Must have the ability to gain access to military bases and various government facilities
      • Occasional lifting 50+ pounds.
      • Assumes responsibility for Contractor (CFM) and Government (GFM) furnished materials.
      • Basic computer skills.
      • Ability to use lay-out tools such as tool scales, squares, combination squares, trammel points.
      • Ensures all tools listed on the "Required Tools List" are available for use within 30 days of employment.
      • Involves heavy lifting, frequent stooping, bending, crawling, reaching and possible working assignments in overhead structures, confined spaces or beneath machinery either indoors or outdoors in the elements and noisy conditions.
      • Travel and overtime are required.
      • 25' Tape
      • Center Punch
      • 3 lb maul
      • Chalk Box
      • Combination Square
      • Burning goggles
      • Striker
      • Full Face Welding Shield
      • Welding Gloves
      • Slag Hammer
      • Bottle Wrench
      • 12" Crescent Wrench
      • Wire Cutters
      • Lockable tool storage
      • Pliers
      • Utility Knife
      • Tip Cleaner
      • Flashlight
      • Screwdriver
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      HII

      Newport News, VA 23606

      ~ 37 min OnsiteEducation AssistanceHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

      • Must be able to pass a 3-week (UNPAID) program (120 hours), 11:00pm - 7:00am (Monday - Friday)
      • Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen
      • Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis
      • Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds
      • Must be able to perform overhead work
      • Must be able to work overtime as needed
      • Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator
      • Must be able to perform work outdoors, year- round, in all weather conditions
      • Must be able to work at extreme heights
      • Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces
      • Must be willing to work any shift
      • US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
      • Relocation: No relocation assistance available
      • Travel Requirement: No
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      Shipfitter - Navy

      BAE Systems

      Norfolk, VA 23503

      OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

      • Must be able to obtain a government access badge
      • High School or equivalent plus appropriate Trade,
      • 6+ years related experience with HS Diploma,
      • 4 + years related with associate degree.
      • Demonstrate the ability to plan, schedule, supervise, and direct the work of other employees in the relevant trade or industry
      • Ability to use discretion and judgment in making operations and personnel decisions.
      • Proficient computer skills required including experience with Microsoft Office programs and similar software.
      • Good oral and written communication skills.
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      INTERNATIONAL MARINE AND INDUSTRIAL APPLICATORS

      Portsmouth, VA 23704

      ~ 13 min OnsiteHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

      • Six months to one-year related experience and/or training
      • Experience with steel, aluminum and/or stainless steel required.
      • Must have own basic skill related tools and equipment if not supplied by the workplace.
      • The position requires a working knowledge of technical to include 1689 and 1688.
      • Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals.
      • Familiarity with the metric system
      • Ability to perform simple shop math, convert decimals to factional equivalents and fractions to decimal equivalents.
      • Ability to stand continuously for long periods of time.
      • Ability to identify and measure material.
      • Ability to follow instructions given both verbally and in written form.
      • Willingness to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities as well as dependable work ethic.
      • Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses.
      • Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, tape measures and angle gauges.
      • Lift raw materials, final products, and items packed for shipment, manually (up to 60 pounds), or using a hoist.
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      New, Posted 18 hours ago
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      Department of the Navy - Agency Wide

      Portsmouth, VA 23709

      Requires Travel

      • Must be a US Citizen.
      • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
      • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
      • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
      • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
      • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
      • You may be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
      • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
      • A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You may be subject to random drug testing.
      • You may be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
      • Work may be performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals).
      • You may be required to participate in medical surveillance programs.
      • This position may require exposure to high noise levels.
      • You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
      • The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE.
      • Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.
      • Salary is based on geographical location and is subject to change with the annual local wage surveys in accordance with the provisions of 5 CFR Part 532 for all employees whose official duty station is located within the geographic boundary of the wage area definition.
      • This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
      • A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee.
      • A relocation incentive may be authorized.
      • Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.
      • Applicants will only be considered for positions within their own UIC.
      • For example: If you're within UIC 4523A, you will only be considered for positions within 4523A.
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      1st Shift Full Time Warehouse Material Handler

      Coca-Cola Refreshments

      Norfolk, VA 23501

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      What companies are hiring Shipfitter jobs in Norfolk,VA?

      1. IMIA, LLC
      2. COLONNA'S SHIPYARD
      3. Delphinus Engineering
      4. Continental Tide Defense System
      5. Fairlead
      6. HII
      7. BAE Systems
      8. INTERNATIONAL MARINE AND INDUSTRIAL APPLICATORS
      9. Department of the Navy - Agency Wide
      10. Coca-Cola Refreshments

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