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Shipfitter 1st Class (Hiring Immediately)

Ameri-ForceMOBILE, AL🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 29, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Shipfitter 1st Class role offers a fantastic opportunity to hone your craft with a reputable company, contributing to impactful projects while enjoying hybrid flexibility. If you're a skilled shipfitter seeking to grow your career and be part of a dynamic team, this position is an excellent fit for you to explore further. Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Quick Overview

Seniority

Mid Senior

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

MOBILE, AL, United States

Posted

17 hours ago

Job Description

JobTitle:Shipfitter1stClass

Pay Range:$23.25- $29.00

Location:Mobile, AL

Job Description:

The structural fitter lays out and fabricates metal structural parts, such as plates, bulkheads, and frames, and braces them in position within hull of vessel for riveting or welding. Lays out position of parts on metal, working from blueprints or templates and using a scribe and hand tools. Locates and marks reference lines, such as center, buttock, and frame lines. Positions parts in hull of vessel, assisted by a Tacker-Helper. Aligns parts in relation to each other, using jacks, come-a-longs, turnbuckles, clips, wedges, and mauls. Marks location of holes to be drilled and installs temporary fasteners to hold part in place for welding or riveting. Installs packing, gaskets, liners, and structural accessories and members, such as doors, hatches, brackets, and clips. May tack weld clips and brackets in place prior to permanent welding. May bend, flange, cut, and shape plates, beams, and other heavy metal parts, utilizing the above-mentioned equipment.

Basic qualifications:

5+ years of experience

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
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage