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Gulf Copper LLC

Project Controller

Galveston, TX · On-site

Gulf Copper's primary business is the repair and refurbishment of marine vessels, ship construction, and fabrication for transportation, government, and oil and gas markets. Benefits: * 401k ...

Gulf Copper

Pipe Fitter 1st Class

Port Arthur, TX · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

Pass the Gulf Copper written pipe fitter and/or hands-on pipe fitter test when applicable. * NCCER cardpreferred. Working Conditions: * Open-air conditions such as noisy, hot, cold, etc. * Mustwear ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for gulf copper in the United States is $28.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $31.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Gulf Copper?

A Gulf Copper job typically refers to a position at Gulf Copper & Manufacturing Corporation, a company specializing in marine repair, industrial fabrication, and offshore services. Jobs at Gulf Copper can range from welding and pipefitting to engineering and project management. Employees work on ship repair, maintenance, and fabrication projects for maritime and energy industries. The company operates in multiple locations along the Gulf Coast, providing opportunities for skilled tradespeople and professionals.

What types of projects do employees at Gulf Copper typically work on, and how does teamwork factor into daily operations?

Employees at Gulf Copper often participate in a wide range of projects including ship repairs, offshore platform maintenance, metal fabrication, and equipment overhauls for the marine and energy industries. Most assignments are team-based due to the scale and technical requirements of the work, meaning collaboration with other specialists such as welders, electricians, and engineers is a daily occurrence. The work environment is fast-paced and safety-focused, with clear communication and coordination needed to deliver high-quality results. Joining Gulf Copper offers the opportunity to develop specialized skills, work on challenging assignments, and grow professionally within the maritime and industrial services sectors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Gulf Copper position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a role at Gulf Copper, candidates typically need experience in marine repair, metal fabrication, and mechanical systems, supported by relevant technical training or certifications such as OSHA safety certification or welding credentials. Familiarity with shipyard equipment, blueprint reading, and specialized industry software is often required. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills are critical for effectively collaborating on complex projects and ensuring safety standards. These qualifications are essential for completing high-quality work on tight deadlines in a dynamic, safety-focused environment.

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Plate Fitter - 1st Class (OFFSHORE)

Gulf Copper LLC

Galveston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Interpret blueprints and perform layouts to fabricate metal structural parts such as plates, bulkheads, and frames.

  • Position, align, and secure metal parts within the hull of the ship using hand tools, jacks, turnbuckles, and other equipment.

  • Use hand, power, and cutting tools to cut, shape, and prepare metal parts, including removing high spots, beveling, and tack welding.

Job description

Company Overview:

Gulf Copper LLC, a subsidiary of Davie Defense, is a leading Marine Repair and New Construction company based in Galveston, Texas, with more than 75 years of ship repair and fabrication experience on the Gulf Coast. Gulf Copper’s primary business is the repair and refurbishment of marine vessels, ship construction, and fabrication for transportation, government, and oil and gas markets.

Benefits:

  • 401 (k)
  • Group Health & Dental Plan
  • Short-& Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life & Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Holiday & Vacation Pay
  • Employee Assistance Program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

This position is responsible for the following: Other duties may be assigned.  

  1. Must have a basic understanding of mathematics and be able to perform operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, as well as work fractions. 
  2. Ability to interpret blueprints and perform lay outs and fabricate metal structural parts, such as plates, bulkheads, and frames, and braces them in position within hull of ship for riveting or welding. 
  3. Quality Control: before using verify material compatibility with specifications. 
  4. Lays out position of parts on metal, working from blueprints or templates and using scribe and hand tools. 
  5. Locates and marks reference lines, such as center, buttock, and frame lines. 
  6. Positions parts in hull of ship, assisted by Rigger. 
  7. Align parts in relation to each other, using jacks, turnbuckles, clips, wedges, and mauls.  
  8. Marks location of holes to be drilled and installs temporary fasteners to hold part in place for welding or riveting. 
  9. Install packing, gaskets, liners, and structural accessories and members, such as doors, hatches, brackets, and clips.  
  10. May prepare molds and templates for fabrication of nonstandard parts.  
  11. Remove high spots and cut bevels, using hand files, portable grinders and cutting torches. 
  12. May tack weld clips and brackets in place prior to permanent welding.  
  13. May roll, bend, flange, cut, and shape plates, beams, and other heavy metal parts, using shop machinery, such as plate rolls, presses, bending brakes, and joggle machines. 
  14. Safely and efficiently use various hand, power and cutting tools.  
  15. Be able to use large machinery such as a metal shear, metal brake and band saw. 

Required Education & Experience: 

  1. High School Diploma and/or one year certificate from college or technical school preferred.  
  2. Must be able to pass a hands-on test when applicable and/or marine/industrial plate/structural fitting experience: 
  • 1st Class: 3-5 years 
  • 2nd Class: 1-3 years 

Working Conditions: 

  1. Open-air conditions such as noisy, hot, cold, etc. 
  2. Must wear hearing, eye, head protection and proper PPE. 
  3. Some climbing (100 feet) and lifting (50 lbs.) involved. 
  4. Traverse gangways and scaffolding at varying heights while wearing fall prevention equipment.  
  5. Working with hot and sometimes hazardous materials. 
  6. Aboard ships, both on and offshore as well as confined spaces. 
  7. Must be able to stand and operate equipment for up to four continuous hours. 
  8. The work requires long periods of sitting in awkward positions, standing on a variety of surfaces and at differing angles, bending over, crouching, and climbing up and over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge and boat structural members.  

Necessary Equipment Operation: 

  1. Cutting Torch 
  2. Squares 
  3. Levels 
  4. Hand and Power Tools 

Special Skills: 

  1. Ability to work under deadlines and schedule pressures. 
  2. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, and technical manuals. 
  3. Perform basic mathematical functions. 
  4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
  5. High performance and a strong team player. 
  6. Commitment to company values and safety program. 

* An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email: hrcorp@gulfcopper.com.  If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail: hrcorp@gulfcopper.com.

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