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MK Industries

1st Class Shipfitter

Pascagoula, MS · On-site

$42/hr

MK Industries is urgently hiring skilled trades to join the MK team . Partner with your 1:1 ... or a Boilermaker, is responsible for various tools and equipment used in the fabrication ...

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1st Class Shipfitter

1st Class Shipfitter

MK Industries

Pascagoula, MS • On-site

$42/hr

Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

MK Industries is hiring 1st Class Shipfitters in Pascagoula, MS

GET TOP PER DIEM: INCREASED PER DIEM NOTICE!

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! We have employed thousands of exceptional employees while partnering with top clientele in every industry nationwide.

MK Industries is urgently hiring skilled trades to join the MK team. Partner with your 1:1 recruiter to gain access to available hours & ensure your needs are being met!

Start Date: ASAP

*Increased Pay* $42.00 per hour, based on experience plus $155.00 a day diem, non-local

Job Description

A Shipfitter, also referred to as a Journeyman Shipfitter or a Boilermaker, is responsible for various tools and equipment used in the fabrication, assembling, and erection of metal components at the various stages in constructing a marine vessel. 

Shipfitters will be required to work either day or night (various shifts), depending on the number of ships under construction at any one point in time. Shipyard production areas involve working at different heights, in confined spaces, in all weather conditions, and around the clock. We stress the practice of working safely in all situations. 

  • Minimum of 3 years of marine or shipbuilding experience
  • Basic math, reading, and comprehension skills
  • Read and interpret blueprints utilizing both metric and standard measurements
  • Knowledge of the layout, fit-up, and steel plate and bean fabrication
  • Experience with various trade-specific tools such as hand torch, hydraulic and ratchet jacks, levels, grinders, squares, metric and standard tape measures, and plumb equipment
  • Flux Core and Stick tacking
  • Knowledge of setting and erecting units with proficiency in the use of Datum Lines
  • Familiarity with fit-up, alignment tolerances, and advanced blueprint reading skills are a plus.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Yearly Bonus
  • Weekly Pay 
  • Consistent Work
  • Industry-Leading pay
  • People First Culture

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

MK Industries is an equal-opportunity employer!

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