Shipfitter

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An Army Boats Shipfitter is responsible for various tools and equipment used in the fabrication, assembling and erection of metal components at the various stages in constructing a marine vessel. Shipyard production areas at times involve working at different heights, confined spaces, different weather conditions as well as multiple shifts 24 hours a day. A Shipfitter may be required to work either day or night dependent upon the number of ships under construction at any one point in time. The practice of working safely in all situations with safety procedures meeting, and most times, exceeding industry standards, is a must.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Interpret blueprints and plans to fabricate and assemble the steel structures of aircraft carriers and submarines.
• Maintenance, repair, and restoration of the ship’s main structure and parts as needed.
• Utilize a variety of tools to measure, cut, grind, fit, align, and tack weld components, ranging from small parts to large sub-assemblies and super lifts that form the ship’s structural body.
• Maintain high levels of skill in metalworking with the understanding of shipbuilding principles.
• Construct all interior components, including hatches, doors, and bulkheads completing the steel work on the vessel.
• Other duties as identified and assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• 88L – Watercraft Engineer, U.S. Army MOS
• Minimum 2 years of trade experience.
• 3 or more years of marine, shipbuilding or construction experience.
• Experience with various trade specific tools such as grinder, hand torch, hydraulic and ratchet jack, chain fall and/or come-a-long, combination square, framing square, hand level and plumb bob.
• Knowledge of setting and erecting units.
• Knowledge of the use of Datum Lines, familiar with fit up and alignment tolerances.
• Advanced blueprint reading skills.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• Tech Master Certification.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• Tech Master Certification.

Supervisory Responsibilities
As Required.

Security Responsibilities
• Eligible and obtain (if required) a DoD Personnel Security Clearance.
• Must comply with all company Information Systems security policies and procedures.
• May be responsible for proper classification and marking of all information and materials. Employee shall not divulge any information, or afford access to other employees not having a need-to-know authorization. Shall not divulge information outside the company without management approval. Will be required to execute company non-disclosure agreement prior to access to any controlled information.

Language Skills
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex words and technical documents/diagrams.
• Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing and work effectively as part of a team.

Reasoning Ability and Mathematical Skills
• Must be able to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable. Must be able to calculate figures and numbers, and percentages and be able to draw and interpret graphs. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and drawings.

Work Environment and Physical Demands
The work environment and physical characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to accommodate confined spaces.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top or under equipment.
• Must be able to detect odors, noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect discrepancies of malfunctioning equipment.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Must be able to perform Domestic and International travel as required.
• Shop floor environment.
• Will be working in areas with risk of injury from electrical applications, moving mechanical parts, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems under pressure and electrical motion systems.
• May be exposed to conditions of extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises.

Delaware Resource Group of Oklahoma, LLC (“DRG”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. DRG provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.