SHIPFITTER
Skills/Qualifications: LEARNER
Must have a set of basic tools needed for trade (crescent wrench, stricker, tape or ruler) Must have knowledge of tools and some mechanical ability;
Must be able to read a tape or ruler;
Learning the terminology used for tools and vessels;
Have all required PPE and understand all safety regulations; Have a position attitude and good attendance.
CLASS C
Same as learner plus the following; Ability to layout simple plate dimensions;
Have some hand tools and knowledge for their use; Ability to fit simple steel jobs with supervision;
Able to finish burn in flat position;
Learn how to wash burn;
Learn how to use heating torch;
Help meet production schedules through team work.
CLASS B
Same as Class C plus the following;
Learn how to pickup and layout simple plate dimensions; Learn how to template, cut out and fit simple shapes; Have own tools and proficient in their use;
Able to read simple drawings;
Learn how to finish burn in all positions; Can wash burn in all positions;
Learn how to use a track torch;
Learn how to tack weld;
CLASS A
Same as Class B plus the following
Hand bevel plate; Use track torch;
Fit steel safely and accurately in all positions; Lay out, template and form basic shapes;
Able to direct others in standard shipyard practices; Ability to hand burn neatly,
Able to read simple blue prints.
CLASS AA
Same as Class A plus the following;
Learn how to use the plate roll and break; Able to use the Plasma arc torch;
Pickup and lay out all plates;
Ability to make templates;
Can work from simple sketches and blue prints; Able to work with minimal supervision.
CLASS AAA
Meet all requirements for Class AA plus the following; Knowledge of structural blue prints;
Able to run breaks and rolls; Able to make roll sets;
General knowledge of other crafts; Ability to supervise small in craft jobs; Able to train less experienced fitters.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE No standard has been identified.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations before customers, clients, or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Skills required for AA and AAA Class, plus ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measures, whole numbers, common fractions and decimals in U.S. and metric conversions.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
ABS and USCG certified.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The employee is frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, couch, or crawl in the performance of essential duties and responsibilities of this job. The employee may be required to climb or balance above a height of 5 feet in the performance of essential duties and responsibilities of this job. The employee should test in the acceptable range for vision, hearing, and respiratory functions.
Specific physical requirements include the following: Ability to lift 50-75 pounds on a consistent daily basis; Ability to bend, stoop, climb aboard ships;
Ability to work in small, tight, confined spaces of no more than 14 inches by 14 inches;
Ability to work above ground at heights of a minimum 50 feet aloft and/or working from scaffolding and/or man-lifts while working with machinery;
Ability to withstand extreme heat in outside climate or confined spaces;
Physically and medically qualified to wear all required personal protective equipment as prescribed under OSHA standards;
Ability to stand for a minimum of 2 hours while conducting regular work duties; Ability to respond to voice commands and audible alarms.
Must be able to wear a respirator in the performance of their duties.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform essential job duties.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The characteristics described here are representative of the typical work conditions while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly exposed to extreme temperatures, wet and/or humid conditions. The employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment mitigates risks associated with these conditions.
Must be able to work in confined, small, tight spaces in the performance of regular job duties.
SAFETY
Must comply with company, federal, state and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.