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Avail Staffing Company

Shipyard Carpenter 001

Norfolk, VA

$21 - $28.50/hr

We are a leading marine and industrial construction firm seeking a skilled Marine Shipwright (Carpenter) to support ship repair, marine construction, and structural restoration projects. From ...

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As of Jun 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for a shipwright in the United States is $31.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.77 and $34.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectShipwrightBoat Builder
CredentialsVocational training, apprenticeships, certifications in shipbuildingVocational training, apprenticeships, certifications in boatbuilding
Work EnvironmentShipyards, dry docks, maritime facilitiesMarinas, boatyards, manufacturing plants
Employer & Industry UsageMaritime industry, naval, commercial shippingRecreational, small commercial, custom boat manufacturing

While both shipwrights and boat builders work with wooden and composite materials, shipwrights typically focus on constructing and repairing large ships and vessels in maritime settings, requiring specialized skills and certifications. Boat builders generally work on smaller boats, yachts, and recreational vessels, often in more localized environments. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the maritime industry.

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Advanced Shipfitter/Fabricator (Multi-Pass Tack & Burn)

MK Industries

Newport News, VA • On-site

$45/hr

Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 6 hours ago

Job description

MK Industries is hiring Advanced Shipfitters-Multi Pass Tack & Burn in Newport News, VA

Why choose us?

MK Industries knows a company's success begins with its employees, and your success begins with the right career move.  With 25+ years of experience, we have become an industry leader in staffing and recruiting. 

Coast to Coast, we got you! For the past 25+ years, we have employed thousands of exceptional employees while partnering with top clientele in the marine industry nationwide.

MK Industries is urgently hiring skilled trades to join the MK team. 

State Date: ASAP

Increased Pay Rate: $45.00 per hour plus $120.00 a day per diem, non-local

Job Description

Four years of navel experience as a first-class Shipfitter. Experience must be documented.

Required Skills

  1. Multi-Pass Tack & Burn
  2. Burning-Oxygen/Propane Burning Torch
  3. Heating -Oxygen/Propane Heating Torch
  4. Ability to comprehend complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches to include weld symbols, datum, and reference lines
  5. Ability to comprehend fractional dimensions with the use of a ruler
  6. Ability to lay off piece parts for fabrication and assembly
  7. Ability to assemble structural piece parts
  8. Experience working in a physically demanding environment
  9. Familiarity with OSHA regulations related to the shipbuilding industry
  10. Use grinders and needle gun tools
  11. Air Carbon Arc Gouging
  12. Ability to use Work Packages and Drawing to pan
  13. Ability to use Molded Lines and Ship References Lines to execute required work
  14. Ability to Erect, Set, and Makeup Decks, Bulkheads, Longitudinal, trucks, etc.
  15. Ability to Erect, Set, and Makeup Complex-shaped Shell Plates
  16. Ability to install and Replace Hull Inserts and Penetrations

Optional Skills

  1. Rigger
  2. Optical Instrument experience (Level, Transit)
  3. Shipwright/Erect & Set Experience
  4. Tank Testing
  5. Mobile equipment operations (JLG, Scissor Lift, etc)

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Yearly Bonus
  • Industry-leading pay
  • People First Culture
  • Weekly Pay

Learn more at mkindustries.com and see a full list of available positions

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