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AAA USA Inc

Marine Shipfitter

Mobile, AL · On-site

Join a Growing Gulf Coast Marine Program! AAA USA is actively hiring experienced Marine Shipfitter to support major marine and shipbuilding projects throughout the Gulf Coast region. We are seeking ...

AAA USA

Marine Shipfitter

Lockport, LA · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

AAA USA is actively hiring experienced Marine Shipfitter to support major marine and shipbuilding projects throughout the Gulf Coast region. We are seeking skilled trades professionals experienced in ...

AAA USA

Marine Shipfitter

Cut Off, LA · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

AAA USA is actively hiring experienced Marine Shipfitter to support major marine and shipbuilding projects throughout the Gulf Coast region. We are seeking skilled trades professionals experienced in ...

AAA USA

Marine Shipfitter

Newport News, VA · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

AAA USA is actively hiring experienced Marine Shipfitter to support major marine and shipbuilding projects throughout the Gulf Coast region. We are seeking skilled trades professionals experienced in ...

AAA USA

Marine Shipfitter

Port Arthur, TX · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

AAA USA is actively hiring experienced Marine Shipfitter to support major marine and shipbuilding projects throughout the Gulf Coast region. We are seeking skilled trades professionals experienced in ...

AAA USA

Marine Shipfitter

Moss Point, MS · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

AAA USA is actively hiring experienced Marine Shipfitter to support major marine and shipbuilding projects throughout the Gulf Coast region. We are seeking skilled trades professionals experienced in ...

AAA USA

Marine Shipfitter

Madisonville, LA · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

AAA USA is actively hiring experienced Marine Shipfitter to support major marine and shipbuilding projects throughout the Gulf Coast region. We are seeking skilled trades professionals experienced in ...

AAA USA

Marine Shipfitter

Mobile, AL · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

AAA USA is actively hiring experienced Marine Shipfitter to support major marine and shipbuilding projects throughout the Gulf Coast region. We are seeking skilled trades professionals experienced in ...

AAA USA

Marine Shipfitter

Bayou La Batre, AL · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

AAA USA is actively hiring experienced Marine Shipfitter to support major marine and shipbuilding projects throughout the Gulf Coast region. We are seeking skilled trades professionals experienced in ...

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How much do gulf ship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for gulf ship in the United States is $19.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Gulf Ship?

A Gulf Ship job typically refers to employment in the maritime industry within the Gulf region, covering roles on cargo ships, oil tankers, offshore vessels, and other marine operations. These jobs can range from deck crew and engineers to administrative and logistics positions. Workers in this field are responsible for navigation, maintenance, cargo handling, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Many Gulf Ship jobs require specialized training, certifications, and experience in seafaring or maritime industries.

What does a Gulf Ship do?

A typical workday at Gulf Ship involves overseeing or contributing to shipbuilding and repair projects, conducting inspections, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with maritime safety standards. Team members frequently interact with engineers, welders, fitters, and management to resolve technical challenges and keep projects on schedule. The work environment is dynamic, combining hands-on tasks in the shipyard with administrative responsibilities such as updating reports and attending safety briefings. This role often requires adaptability and strong collaboration skills to maintain efficient workflow and high-quality results.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Gulf Ship position?

To thrive at Gulf Ship, candidates typically require strong shipbuilding or ship repair technical expertise, a background in mechanical or marine engineering, and familiarity with maritime safety regulations. Experience with shipyard management systems, CAD software, and relevant certifications such as OSHA Maritime Safety or welding qualifications are highly valued. Great teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication are essential soft skills to excel in this fast-paced, collaborative environment. These skills ensure projects are completed efficiently, safely, and to strict industry standards, which is critical for success in shipyard operations.

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Infographic showing various Gulf Ship job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,195 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Plate Fitter - 1st Class NIGHTS

Gulf Copper LLC

Galveston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

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 

* 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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