Shipfitter

Job Details RPG Field

Ship fitter Goose Creek,SC

Posted:6/9/2026

Job Description Job #: 1192

Job Category: RPG Field

Positions Available: 4

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Ship fitter to join our dynamic team, where you will play a vital role in the assembly, fabrication, and maintenance of ship structures. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work on complex projects that require precision, mechanical expertise, and a keen eye for detail. As a Ship fitter, you will utilize your technical skills to ensure that all ship components are assembled accurately and efficiently, contributing to the safety and functionality of maritime vessels.

Your hands‑on approach and commitment to quality will drive success in this fast‑paced environment.

Requirements

• Confined space trained in accordance with OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1915 Subpart
  
  B. 2.Hazard communication trained in accordance with OSHA Standard 29
  
  CFR  ) (h) ? (1) through (3) (iv).
• 3. Respirator trained and qualified. A Respirator Medical Clearance Examination as required by a Physician. The Respirator Training and Fit Testing will meet the requirements of Standard 29
  
  CFR and each individual shall be trained in a negative‑pressure type respirator, MSA COMFO CLASSIC.
• The Client requires the use of a MSA COMFO CLASSIC Respirator only (approximate weight 12 oz.). Daily use of respirator may occur.
  4.Fall Protection/4-D Body Harness-Vertical & Horizontal Lifelines-Beam Clamp trained and qualified in accordance with the following OSHA Regulations; 29
  
  CFRCFR
  1915.71(j)(3), 29
  
  CFR
  1915.73(d), and 29
  
  CFR
  1915.77(c).
• The Client highly recommends the vest-donning type of body harness instead of the step-into-type body harness, with D‑Ring in the back.
• Individuals must be trained (which includes having donned the body harness and demonstrated practical use of the vertical & horizontal lifelines and beam clamp) with the same type fall protection equipment that they are expected to wear on Newport News premises or on off‑site Newport News work locations. Body Harness and Vertical & Horizontal Lifelines and Beam Clamp Systems shall comply with the requirements of ANSI Z359.1.
• The client may require 60' Self Retracting Lifelines that are Leading Edge compliant and a Quick Grab. The client uses the Fall Tech Dura Tech Edge SRL-LE. NNS uses the Miller Rope Grab. This rope grab must fit 5/16' carbon steel wire rope.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE*) training in accordance with OSHA Standards 29
  
  CFR 1915 Subpart I and Hearing Conversation 29
  
  CFT 1910.95 (i) (j) (k) (l).
• Non‑prescription and prescription safety glasses must meet the requirements of ANSI Z87, with permanently attached side shields.
• Hard Hats must be WHITE in color with the Leased Labor Provider Company's name and the individual's last name on the front of the hard hat. All Leased Labor personnel engaged in Welding must wear either the Fiber Metal Type 1 Class C or the MSA Skullgard Class A Hard Hat only.
• Hearing protection must be of the muff type (banded or mounted) and must have been trained on their use. The client uses the Bilsom Leightning (model L1N). 9. Foot protection must be 8' safety boots or leather safety shoes w/spats.
• Coveralls must be flame resistant with long sleeves.
• Audiometric testing which documents proof of individual worker's hearing function. The Leased Labor Provider Company shall ensure those individuals performing audiometric testing meet requirements listed in OSHA Regulation 29
  
  CFR
  1910.95 (g) (3) and that the audiometric test results are fully explained to each individual by the testing firm. The individual shall sign the test reports as proof of having received verbal communication of the test results.
• The physical work effort expected is demanding. The temperature and…