Shipfitter

*GLO Resources* is currently hiring for a *Shipfitter* with marine/shipyard experience to work locally within *St. Rose, LA*. The pay depends on experience between $29 - $35/hr. Typical workdays are Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with the potential for overtime. *Key Responsibilities:* * Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications, using squares, rulers, and measuring tapes. * Align and fit parts according to specifications, using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and hammers. * Position, align, and fit to form complete units or subunits. * Follow blueprints and layout specifications, use jigs, and hand tools. * Lay out and examine metal stock or workpieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met. * Properly heat the metal to ensure it is malleable and can be given the proper shape. * Straighten warped or bent parts, using sledges, hand torches, straightening presses, or bulldozers. * Smooth workpiece edges and fix taps, tubes, and valves. *Qualifications:* * 2+ years of experience in ship fitting, structural fitting, or metal fabrication in a shipyard is * Ability to read blueprints and understand schematics. * Comprehensive understanding of ship repair terminology. * Compliant with wearing the PPE required for the job as prescribed under OSHA standards. PPE includes a hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) * Able to perform fitting, cutting, and grinding on structures. * Possess a valid Driver’s License. * Willing to submit to a drug screen. *Physical Requirements:* This position involves regular physical activity, including: * Standing for prolonged periods. * Frequent bending, kneeling, and crouching. * Pushing and pulling heavy objects. * Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. *Benefits Offered:* * Health Insurance * Vision Insurance * Dental Insurance * 401(k) Eligibility * Others to be discussed Pay: $29.00 - $35.00 per hour Application Question(s): * What shipyard did you work for where you performed ship fitting on barges and tug boats? * Can you cut with a torch? * Can you measure, cut, and fabricate new barge or tug boat structural pieces for repairs? Work Location: In person