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EVERETT SHIP REPAIR LLC

Pipe Welder ESR

Everett, WA

$33.90 - $35.70/hr

We are seeking an Experienced Pipe Welder Journeyman, who will create pipe spools and other pipe system assemblies and fabrications for new ship construction, repair and other marine projects.as well ...

TOTE Resources LLC

9TS182-Chief Inspector

Marinette, WI · On-site

$90 - $150/hr

Government construction programs, with demonstrated expertise all facets of ship construction and delivery. At TOTE Services, we value hard work, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to ...

Mystic Seaport Museum

Shipwright I

Mystic, CT · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Perform structural repairs to wooden boat & ship hull components; frames, planks, beams, knees, decks, etc. * Build and repair wooden masts and spars, solid and laminated construction. * Build and/or ...

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AAA USA Inc

Designer - 2D/3D CAD Modeling

Mobile, AL · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

Responsible for developing 2D and 3D designs used in ship construction and ensuring the accuracy and consistency of design documentation. * Review and validate work produced by Drafters and Junior ...

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.

$124 - $153/hr

The Role The Aircraft Carrier Engineering (ACE) Division is hiring a Deputy Ship Design Manager (dSDM) for New Construction Carriers. Major job focus areas: * Plan and ensure adherence to overall ...

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How much do ship construction jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for ship construction in the United States is $32.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $37.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is ship construction?

A Ship Construction job involves designing, building, and assembling ships or other marine vessels. Workers in this field may specialize in structural fabrication, welding, electrical systems, or quality control. Shipbuilders follow engineering blueprints and safety regulations to ensure vessels meet industry standards. These jobs are commonly found in shipyards, naval facilities, and commercial shipbuilding companies.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in ship construction?

A typical day in Ship Construction often involves working on a shipyard team to assemble, weld, and install various ship components, following detailed blueprints and safety protocols. You might conduct inspections, collaborate with engineers and other tradespeople, and use specialized tools or machinery to complete your tasks. The work environment is usually active and outdoors, requiring adherence to strict safety guidelines and occasional overtime to meet project deadlines. This role offers hands-on experience with advanced technology and provides opportunities for career advancement into supervisory or specialized maritime positions as you gain experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in ship construction, and why are they important?

To thrive in Ship Construction, you need a solid understanding of marine engineering principles, blueprint reading, welding, and shipbuilding techniques, often supported by relevant technical degrees or apprenticeships. Familiarity with CAD software, industry safety standards, and certifications like OSHA or American Bureau of Shipping credentials are commonly required. Attention to detail, teamwork, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help professionals excel in dynamic shipyard environments. These skills ensure ships are built safely, efficiently, and to specification, sustaining high quality and compliance within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Ship Construction job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,253 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Plate Fitter - 1st Class NIGHTS

Gulf Copper LLC

Galveston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 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 

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. 

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