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Huntsville, AL · On-site

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Call (956)382-2631 / (281)965-2749 / (956)247-2467 / (228)471-5063 for more information. *Please send ...

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Mobile, AL

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Call (956)382-2631 / (956)247-2467 / (228)471-5063 for more information. *Please send text if we are ...

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Biloxi, MS

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Call (956)382-2631 / (281)965-2749 / (956)247-2467 / (228)471-5063 for more information. *Please send ...

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Huntsville, AL · On-site

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Call (956)382-2631 / (281)965-2749 / (956)247-2467 / (228)471-5063 for more information. *Please send ...

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Biloxi, MS

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Call (956)382-2631 / (281)965-2749 / (956)247-2467 / (228)471-5063 for more information. *Please send ...

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Houma, LA · On-site

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for a new construction shipyard project in Pascagoula, MS. Shipyard Experience is required. Please contact our team for more information! Cell: (251)385-0491 *Please ...

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Mobile, AL

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Call (956)382-2631 / (956)247-2467 / (228)471-5063 for more information. *Please send text if we are ...

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Montegut, LA

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Call (956)382-2631 / (956)247-2467 / (228)471-5063 for more information. *Please send text if we are ...

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Houma, LA · On-site

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Houma, Louisiana. Call (956)382-2631 / (281)965-2749 / (251)385-0491 for more information. *Please send text if we are unable ...

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Hiring Shipfitters

Montegut, LA · On-site

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Call (956)382-2631 / (956)247-2467 / (228)471-5063 for more information. *Please send text if we are ...

Labor One Staffing

Hiring Shipfitters

Mobile, AL · On-site

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Call (956)382-2631 / (956)247-2467 / (228)471-5063 for more information. *Please send text if we are ...

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Tampa, FL · On-site

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Call (956)382-2631 / (281)965-2749 / (251)385-0491 for more information. *Please send text if we are ...

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Mcallen, TX · On-site

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for a new construction shipyard project in Pascagoula, MS. Shipyard Experience is required. Please contact our team for more information! Cell: (956)382-2631, (956)366 ...

ATSS

First Class Shipfitters

Pascagoula, MS · On-site

$42/hr

ATSS has a client in Pascagoula, MS looking for First Class Shipfitters. Must haves: Be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident Be able to read/write/communicate in English Basic Qualifications

Labor One Staffing

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National City, CA · On-site

Labor One is taking applications for Shipfitters for an upcoming project in San Diego, California. Shipyard experience is required. Please contact our team for more information! Cell: (619)657-5507 ...

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How much do shipfitters jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for shipfitters in the United States is $25.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a shipfitter do?

A shipfitter assembles, installs, and repairs metal structures and components on ships, such as hulls, decks, and bulkheads. They use tools like welding equipment, grinders, and measuring devices, often working in shipyards or dry docks, and may require certifications in welding and safety procedures.

What is the difference between Shipfitters vs Welders?

AspectShipfittersWelders
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, apprenticeship, certifications in shipbuildingHigh school diploma or equivalent, welding certifications (e.g., AWS)
Work EnvironmentShipyards, manufacturing plants, shipbuilding facilitiesShipyards, construction sites, manufacturing plants
Industry UsagePrimarily in shipbuilding and repairVarious industries including construction, manufacturing, shipbuilding

Shipfitters focus on assembling and fitting ship components, while welders specialize in joining metal parts through welding. Both roles often work together in shipbuilding environments, but shipfitters handle the fitting and assembly, whereas welders perform the actual welding. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus within the maritime and manufacturing industries.

How much do shipfitters make?

Shipfitters in Virginia typically earn an average hourly wage of around $20 to $30, with annual salaries ranging from approximately $40,000 to $62,000. Wages can vary based on experience, certifications, and the complexity of the projects they work on.

How hard is it to be a shipfitter?

Becoming a shipfitter requires physical strength, technical skills, and knowledge of welding, metalworking, and blueprint reading. The job can be physically demanding and often involves working in confined spaces and handling heavy materials, with some positions requiring apprenticeships or certifications. Experience and training are important for success in this trade.

How do you become a shipfitter?

To become a shipfitter, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and complete an apprenticeship program or technical training in shipfitting or welding. Skills in metalworking, reading blueprints, and familiarity with tools are essential, and some positions may require certifications such as OSHA safety training.
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Infographic showing various Shipfitters job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $52,672 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Hiring Shipfitters

Labor One Staffing

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Labor One is hiring Shipfitters for shipbuilding and repair projects in Pascagoula, Mississippi.
Call (956)382-2631 / (281)965-2749 / (956)247-2467 / (228)471-5063 for more information.
*Please send text if we are unable to take your call*
BASIC FUNCTION
A 1st Class Ship Fitter lays out and fabricates metal structural parts and braces them in position within hull of vessel
for welding.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE (YEARS)

  • Five (5) years of marine or four (4) years of continuous Company experience preferred.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Comprehends blueprints, sketches, and templates.
  • Able to enter and move through manholes to reach and work in internally confined spaces.
  • Accurate in performing the following processes layout, cutting, measuring, and fitting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Determines the position of structural components working from blueprints or templates.
  • Provides direction to subordinate ship fitters and tack welders.
  • Uses blueprints to lay out position of parts on metal.
  • Locates and marks reference lines, such as center, buttock, and frame lines.
  • Positions parts in hull of vessel and align parts in relation to each other.
  • Marks location of holes to be drilled and installs temporary fasteners to hold part in place for welding or riveting.
  • Installs packing, gaskets, liners, and structural accessories and members.
  • Tack welds clips and brackets in place prior to permanent welding.
  • Bends, flanges, cuts, and shapes plates, beams, and other heavy metal parts.
  • Must be able to work in confined/enclosed spaces.
  • Must be able to work/climb in elevations greater than 5’.
  • Must be able to wear/work a respirator when applicable.
  • Must follow all Company policies and procedures, including those relative to employee safety, environmental
  • policy, and the principles of our quality system.
  • Other duties assigned or requested by Management.
  • Works overtime as required.
  • Reports to work daily and on time.


Labor One Staffing is 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, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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About Labor One Staffing

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Labor One specializes in matching skilled craft laborers with marine and industrial services needs throughout Texas, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, Virginia and California. We ensure our clients receive the right candidates they need, while providing reliable work to our wide network of talent. At Labor One, our mission is to create partnerships between clients and staff within the marine and industrial services fields in order to create greater productivity and satisfaction for both. By utilizing a unique recruitment process, our mission is to create a wide network of vetted and qualified talent from which we can draw in order to create these mutually beneficial relationships. We envision, and are implementing, staffing solutions that deliver skilled, timely, and affordable labor to our clients. We also envision, and are implementing, a recruitment process that prepares job candidates for placement in jobs where their skills and training are useful, valued, and rewarded.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Brownsville, TX, US

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