Advanced Shipfitter (Multi-Pass Tack & Burn)NSC Staffing • Newport News, Virginia, United States
Advanced Shipfitter (Multi-Pass Tack & Burn)
NSC Staffing • Newport News, Virginia, United States
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Qualifications & Experience:
Optional Skills:
Tack Welding Qualification:
All Shipfitters must pass a Multi-Pass Tack Welder Qualification Test upon reporting for the first day of work. The test includes:
Work Environment:
You will work in various environments, including shipyards, steel fabrication areas, and construction sites. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in demanding conditions. The position may involve working in confined spaces or at heights.
Why NSC Staffing?
NSC Staffing is a premier staffing firm specializing in placing skilled, technical, and professional talent across various industries, including marine, industrial, and energy sectors. We are committed to delivering quality and safety-focused staffing solutions.
Benefits of Joining NSC Staffing:
About NSC Staffing:
At NSC Staffing, we focus on building long-term, meaningful relationships by exceeding customer expectations and enhancing the quality of life for our employees. We proudly serve the Marine, Energy, Commercial, and Industrial sectors, always prioritizing community service and resource stewardship.
Join Our Team Today!
Apply now and advance your career with NSC Technologies — a leader in shipyard and industrial staffing.
Visit our jobs page: www.nscstaffing.com
Send resumes to: NSCNorfolk@nscstaffing.com
NSC Technologies is a drug-free workplace and an equal-opportunity employer (EOE AA/M/F/V/D).
Now Hiring: Advanced Shipfitter / Fabricator
Location: Newport News, VA
Company: NSC Staffing
NSC Staffing is seeking an Advanced Shipfitter / Fabricator for an exciting opportunity in Newport News, VA. This position offers the chance to work in a physically demanding and dynamic environment, including shipbuilding and steel fabrication. If you are an experienced shipfitter who can tackle complex structural assemblies and weld, we want to hear from you!
Position Overview:
As a Shipfitter, you will be responsible for reading and interpreting blueprints and assembly drawings, performing multi-pass tack welding, burning, heating, and assembling structural components. You will work with various tools and techniques to assemble complex ship parts, install hull inserts and penetrations, and ensure the ship’s structural integrity according to specifications. Your role will require exceptional welding and assembly skills and working efficiently in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Location: Newport News, VA
Company: NSC Staffing
NSC Staffing is seeking an Advanced Shipfitter / Fabricator for an exciting opportunity in Newport News, VA. This position offers the chance to work in a physically demanding and dynamic environment, including shipbuilding and steel fabrication. If you are an experienced shipfitter who can tackle complex structural assemblies and weld, we want to hear from you!
Position Overview:
As a Shipfitter, you will be responsible for reading and interpreting blueprints and assembly drawings, performing multi-pass tack welding, burning, heating, and assembling structural components. You will work with various tools and techniques to assemble complex ship parts, install hull inserts and penetrations, and ensure the ship’s structural integrity according to specifications. Your role will require exceptional welding and assembly skills and working efficiently in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Welding & Fabrication: Perform multi-pass tack welding using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) in vertical and overhead positions, following precise specifications.
- Blueprint Interpretation: Read and comprehend complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches, including weld symbols, material types, datum, and reference lines.
- Fabrication & Assembly: Lay off piece parts for fabrication, assemble complex structural components, and ensure high-quality standards in line with specifications.
- Oxygen/Propane Torch Use: Burning and heating torches assist in fabrication processes and metal preparation.
- Vibratory Tool Use: Operate grinders and needle guns to finish workpieces and remove excess materials.
- Compliance: Follow OSHA regulations related to the shipbuilding industry and maintain safety standards.
- Hull & Structural Work: Erect, set, and make shell plates, decks, bulkheads, longitudinal structures, and other essential ship parts.
- Install Foundations & Hull Inserts: Install and replace hull inserts and penetrations, ensuring the accuracy and alignment of all components.
- Work Planning: Use work packages, molded lines, and ship reference lines to plan and execute the work required.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience: At least 4 years of commercial or naval experience as a first-class shipfitter.
- Skills:
- Proficient in multi-pass tack welding (SMAW process).
- Experienced with oxygen/propane burning and heating torches.
- Ability to read and comprehend complex structural drawings and blueprints.
- Experienced in the assembly and installation of structural ship components.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations within the shipbuilding industry.
- Ability to use vibratory tools such as grinders and needle guns.
- Expertise in erecting and setting up complex-shaped hull plates and structural parts.
- Physical Requirements: Experience working in physically demanding environments (shipbuilding, steel fabrication, etc.) with the ability to handle manual labor and work at heights or in confined spaces.
Optional Skills:
- Rigger/Material Handling
- Optical instrument experience (Level, Transit)
- Shipwright / Erect & Set experience
- Tank Testing
- Mobile equipment operation (JLG, Scissor Lift, etc.)
Tack Welding Qualification:
All Shipfitters must pass a Multi-Pass Tack Welder Qualification Test upon reporting for the first day of work. The test includes:
- Process: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Filler Metal: MIL-10718-M (A-5A) Filler Metal of MIL-E-22200/1
- Positions: Vertical Up (3F) and Overhead (4F) positions.
- The test consists of:
- One hour of practice.
- One hour for the vertical test.
- One hour for the overhead test.
- Visual inspection of welds (Level I) for six hours.
Work Environment:
You will work in various environments, including shipyards, steel fabrication areas, and construction sites. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in demanding conditions. The position may involve working in confined spaces or at heights.
Why NSC Staffing?
NSC Staffing is a premier staffing firm specializing in placing skilled, technical, and professional talent across various industries, including marine, industrial, and energy sectors. We are committed to delivering quality and safety-focused staffing solutions.
Benefits of Joining NSC Staffing:
- Competitive pay or salary range
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit or Global Cash Card option
- Long-term job opportunities
- Referral bonuses for qualified candidates
- OSHA training and certification
About NSC Staffing:
At NSC Staffing, we focus on building long-term, meaningful relationships by exceeding customer expectations and enhancing the quality of life for our employees. We proudly serve the Marine, Energy, Commercial, and Industrial sectors, always prioritizing community service and resource stewardship.
Join Our Team Today!
Apply now and advance your career with NSC Technologies — a leader in shipyard and industrial staffing.
Visit our jobs page: www.nscstaffing.com
Send resumes to: NSCNorfolk@nscstaffing.com
NSC Technologies is a drug-free workplace and an equal-opportunity employer (EOE AA/M/F/V/D).
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