Austal USA

Overview

The Welder Fitter Vessel Support position at Austal USA involves fitting and welding steel components to support production activities, maintaining safety standards, and assisting in various site services tasks. The role requires a strong background in welding and fitting, particularly in a shipyard environment.

Responsibilities

• Fit and weld steel components for Site Services to support Production.
• Maintain jigs and other fixtures onsite.
• Fit and weld keel stands, cradles, and other assemblies to support launch activities.
• Perform basic carpentry work.
• Level and block jigs to support construction of the vessel.
• Maintain overall safe work practices and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure correct construction procedures are adhered to in compliance with Austal USA or industry standards.
• Maintain housekeeping and keep the worksite free of rubbish.
• Conserve waste of consumables and other material.
• Be accountable for completion of daily work assignments.
• Assist and work with Production and Site Services employees.
• Monitor the working environment for compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and health regulations.
• Support all other Site Services activities as required.
• Provide assistance during launching, mooring, loading, and departure of vessels.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Comply with Austal’s employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures, and policies.

Requirements

• Five (5) years’ experience fitting or welding steel.
• AWS Certified D1.1.
• Previous shipyard experience.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to measure using the Metric and English system.
• Able to receive and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work as part of a team and within assigned roles.

Additional Information

• Candidates must be 18 years of age or older at the time of application.
• Able to provide proof of US Person Status.
• No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date.
• No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date.
• Willing to submit to a drug screen.
• Willing to submit to a background check.