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Shipfitter 1/C (Hiring Immediately)

Ameri-ForceNORFOLK, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 29, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career as a Shipfitter 1/C with Ameri-Force, where you'll leverage your five years of experience and blueprint comprehension to contribute to impactful projects. This hybrid role offers competitive hourly pay between $24-$28 and is perfect for skilled individuals who excel in team environments and possess a strong command of fitting tools. Apply today to join a reputable company and further develop your expertise!

Quick Overview

Salary
$24 - $28/hr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
NORFOLK, VA, United States
Posted
17 hours ago
ShellAssembly

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of five years of Fitting experience
Technical training preferred
Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with the Fitting trade
Must be able to work effectively with others
Comprehend blueprints, sketches, and templates.
Enter and move through manholes to reach and work internally confined spaces
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Template creation
  • Working with presses, floor shaping, forming plates, shaping from templates, marking symbols, doors, hatches and scuttles, rolls, presses and blacksmith shop
  • Laying out blueprints, checking and fitting materials, tack welding of small assemblies, aluminum and steel foundations and outfitting items
  • Laying out blueprints, checking and fitting materials, tack welding of various sub-assemblies peculiar to the panel line and shell area such as: decks, bulkheads, side shells.
  • Installation of structural outfit items, doors, ladders, foundations
  • Effective sequencing of assembly and fitting
  • Correct use of heating torches in plate heat straightening and shrinkage
  • Ability to use hand and power tools
  • Shop and field fabrication
  • Adherence to industry codes, regulations and specifications
  • Comprehend blueprints, sketches, and templates
  • Tack welding
  • Install simple systems without templates and blueprints
  • Riveted joint repairs
  • Read and understand the Chemist and Competent Persons reports and determine if job sites, particularly those involving combustible material, are safe for personnel and hot work
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Will be required to wear personal protective equipment- hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots/shoes and, when necessary, respirator
  • Work independently to complete responsibilities
  • Must have regular, reliable attendance
  • Must be a US citizen
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00- $28.00 Per hour
$140 Perdiem NON LOCAL ONLY

Ameri-Force Benefits
As part of the Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. Our competitive benefits package includes:
  • Industry Leading Pay
  • Medical Coverage
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