1800 Shipfitter jobs in Metairie,LA

Material Handler - Loader

Coca-Cola Refreshments

Harahan, LA 70123

Bunzl

New Orleans, LA 70112

NSC Staffing

New Orleans, LA 70123

If you have 3+ years of experience as a Shipfitter Journeyperson and are ready to take on exciting projects, we want to hear from you!
Minimum of four years of relevant experience.
Strong comprehension of instructions, drawings, and correspondence.
In-depth understanding of ship repair terminology and compartment location nomenclature.
Physical capability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with OSHA standards.
Ability to write clear Condition Found Reports (CFR) detailing the ship's material condition and recommended actions.
Effective communication skills for conveying job-related information to supervisors and team members.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting structural drawings, including weld symbols and Navy damage control diagrams.
Experience fabricating templates, squaring plates, and installing perpendiculars on ships.
Proficiency with oxy-acetylene torch cutting and washing.
Welding experience in SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW techniques.
Safely operate hand and power tools, including grinders, saws, and drills.
Knowledge of structural shop fabrication equipment like shears, punches, and brakes.
Understanding of the aluminum 5XXX process.
Strong mathematical skills for measurements using both US customary and metric systems.

Forward Air, Inc.

New Orleans, LA 70112

SPEC on the Job Personnel Solutions

New Orleans, LA 70119

Capstone Logistics

New Orleans, LA 70123

Metals USA

Westwego, LA 70094

High School diploma or GED
Minimum 18 years of age
Minimum of one year welding experience
Must pass a welding test
Reading and writing comprehension in English (to read work order instructions, safety, CAD blueprints, and policy manuals)
Measuring skills to read English & Metric systems and a tape measure, caliper, gauges, or micrometer or ability to learn additional measuring mechanisms
Must have mechanical aptitude and arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions
Experience operating an overhead crane / forklift operator
Must be proficient in the use of hand tools including grinder
Demonstrated manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination
Computer Literacy; Microsoft Products, CAD Programming and ERP
Must be organized with attention to detail
Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screening.