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Shipyard Structural Assembly Fitter
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Ladson, Berkeley County, South Carolina, 29456, USA
Listed on 2026-10-11
Listing for:
100Hires, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Fabrication, Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lay out and assemble structural steel per engineering specs and digital fabrication drawings.
Use electronic drawings to identify parts and confirm correct materials.
Measure, mark, and prep using precision tools, tapes, and layout instruments.
Grind, drill, ream, countersink, deburr, and straighten as needed for fit-up.
Apply SMAW tack welds to hold assemblies prior to final welding.
Verify alignment, dimensions, and tolerances; repair or rework to meet quality standards.
Complete in-process quality checks to ensure compliance.
Operate fabrication equipment safely; uphold company safety and quality procedures.
Coordinate closely with welders and other trades to finish assemblies.
Essential experience
High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years in structural fitting within shipyard, marine, heavy fabrication, or industrial manufacturing.
Strong blueprint and digital drawing interpretation skills.
Knowledge of structural layout, fit-up, and tolerances.
Basic construction math; proficiency with precision measuring tools.
Experience with stick welding for tack-up prior to final weld-out.
Hands-on use of grinders, drills, and layout tools.
Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail with a strong safety focus.
Preferred background
Shipyard, vessel construction, or marine fabrication experience.
Schedule options
Initial training will take place on the day shift. Flexibility is required:
Day
Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PMEvening
Shift: 3:00 PM – 2:30 AM Overtime is frequent and expected to meet production demand.
Compensation and benefits
Competitive experience-based pay.
Night shift premium.
Overtime at time and one-half.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Long-term opportunities supporting major maritime manufacturing initiatives.
Tools and methods you’ll use Precision measuring instruments, layout tools, grinders, and drills.
Electronic drawing systems and digital blueprint platforms.
Environment and scope
Heavy industrial setting with large structural components.
Collaboration with welders and multi-trade teams.
Proficiency Shipbuilding
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