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Candidates must be able to read shipyard blueprints, accurately fit structural members, and work safely in a fast-paced production environment.\nThis position is bonus eligible, rewarding employees who demonstrate outstanding attendance, safety, quality workmanship, and productivity.\nEssential Duties & Responsibilities\nRead and interpret shipyard blueprints, structural drawings, work packages, and welding symbols.\nLay out, fit, align, and assemble structural steel components according to specifications.\nFit and install hull sections, bulkheads, decks, foundations, stiffeners, brackets, frames, and other structural members.\nVerify proper alignment and dimensions using measuring tools and layout equipment.\nTack weld components in preparation for final welding.\nOperate hand tools, grinders, magnetic drills, oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and other fabrication tools.\nEnsure proper fit-up before welding to minimize rework.\nPerform modifications and repairs to structural components as directed.\nMaintain production schedules while meeting quality standards.\nFollow all OSHA, shipyard, customer, and company safety requirements.\nMaintain a clean and organized work area.\nWork overtime, weekends, and various shifts as required.\nQualifications\nMinimum of 3 years of structural fitting experience in a shipyard, marine construction, or heavy industrial environment.\nAbility to read and interpret shipyard blueprints and fabrication drawings.\nStrong knowledge of shipbuilding practices and structural assembly techniques.\nExperience using oxy-fuel cutting equipment, hand tools, and measuring instruments\nReliable transportation and excellent attendance.\nStrong commitment to safety and quality.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to lift up to 50 pounds.\nAbility to climb ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces.\nFrequent bending, kneeling, crawling, squatting, and standing for extended periods.\nAbility to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.\nMust be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) throughout the workday.\nWhy Join Elite Workforce LLC?\nCompetitive Pay\nPerformance Bonus Opportunities\nLong-Term Shipyard Projects\nOvertime Available\nWeekly Pay\nCareer Advancement Opportunities\nSafety-First Work Environment\nProfessional and Supportive Team Culture\nPay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour\nWork Location: In person","company":"Eliteworkforcellc","rawCompany":"eliteworkforcellc","city":"Lockport","state":"LA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T18:44:42.214Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-2041.00","title":"Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters","slug":"structural-metal-fabricators-and-fitters"},{"code":"47-2221.00","title":"Structural Iron and Steel Workers","slug":"structural-iron-and-steel-workers"},{"code":"51-4192.00","title":"Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic","slug":"layout-workers-metal-and-plastic"}],"industries":[{"code":"336611","title":"Ship Building and Repairing","slug":"ship-building-and-repairing"},{"code":"332312","title":"Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing","slug":"fabricated-structural-metal-manufacturing"},{"code":"238120","title":"Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors","slug":"structural-steel-and-precast-concrete-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Shipyard Structural Fitter","description":"Shipyard Structural Fitter\nShipyard Industry\nBonus Eligible Position\nPosition Summary\nElite Workforce LLC is seeking experienced Shipyard Structural Fitters to join our growing team. 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