Fabricator & Fitter

Fabricator & Fitter

Chesapeake Shipbuilding – Salisbury, MD

The role involves precision cutting, assembly, and welding of metal components for cruise ship building.

• Competitive pay $21–$30/hour based on experience and welding test
• Full‑time benefits start the month following your start date: single & family medical, dental, vision
• $20,000 AD&D life insurance and short‑term disability at no cost
• $1,000 signing bonus paid in two installments (after 60 & 180 days)
• Referral reward $500 per hire
• 401(k) with company match after 1 year
• Six paid company holidays
• Paid sick & vacation (40 hrs each after 90 days, combined up to 168 hrs by year 10)
• Health Savings Account
• Opportunity for advancement within yard
• Overtime after 40 hours
• $2.00 differential for evening/night shifts

• Interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
• Measure, mark, cut, and fit metal components per specification
• Fabricate and assemble structures using tools and techniques
• Perform tack welding (SMAW, MIG, TIG)
• Grind and finish products
• Adhere to safety protocols and company procedures
• Inspect work for accuracy and quality
• Performs other duties as required

• Minimum 3 years welding/fabricating experience
• Proficiency setting up SMAW, MIG, TIG equipment
• Shop and field fabrication, sequencing, fitting experience
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, sketches, templates
• Knowledge of industry codes, regulations
• Safe operation of hand and power tools
• Ability to work independently and in teams

• Vigorous physical movement, use of all extremities
• Work outdoors in heat, inclement weather, cold
• Lift up to 75 lbs, climb ladders up to 24 ft, work at heights up to 70 ft
• Work in confined spaces, open hatches, manholes
• Operate around water bodies
• Wear heavy protective gear
• Normal visual acuity, hearing, hand-eye coordination

• Monday–Friday
• Day Shift: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm
• Evening Shift: 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm
• Overtime and weekend work may be required

Fitting Supervisor / On-Site Foreman / Shipyard Superintendent