Shipfitter Journeyperson (1st shift)

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: San Diego
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description Shipfitter JourneypersonProduction ship fitting operations aboard ship vessels and fabrication shop. Components to fit/fabricate include but are not limited to structural parts, deck plates, bulkheads and foundations using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding Pulse (GMAW-P) processes.Ship fitting operations include rip/outs by oxy-fuel torch cutting, plasma cutting and at times cold cutting. Must be able to work within a team-based environment to accomplish all aspects of ship fitting and welding fabrication.Candidates may be required to travel to different sites or Naval Bases. Required Education, Experience, & Skills Required Skills-- Minimum of 3 years shipyard Journeyperson level experience.-- Must be able to obtain DBIDS credential/Government clearance to enter NAVSTA and Navy Vessels.-- Ability to accomplish ship-fitting operations aboard vessels and shipboard environments. -- Must be able to rip-out, fabricate and install components based on NAVSEA drawing requirements with minimum direction given.-- Must be able to use hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently.-- Must be able to pass a hands-on welding practical test on SMAW, FCAW and GMAW-P (5XXX Aluminum) by way of a VT NDT-- Must be able to pass an oxy-fuel torch test within first attempt.-- Must be able to understand, read and interpret welding symbols based on the requirements of Military Standard 22-D and have working experience with Military Standard 1689-- Ability to interpret and understand NAVSEA drawings/blueprints. -- Good communication and good interpersonal skills. -- Must possess basic reading, writing and mathematical skills. Physical Requirements: -- Must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position. -- Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces and have the ability to climb staircases and ladders of varying sizes. -- Must be able to carry personal tool bag weighing anywhere from 20-30 lbs. About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 90,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support and services. Platforms & Services designs, develops, produces, supports, maintains, modernizes and upgrades armored combat vehicles, wheeled vehicles, naval guns, surface ship combatants, commercial vessels, missile launchers, artillery systems, military ordnance, and protective wear and armor. Equal Opportunity Employer: Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Gender Expression

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