HUTCO, INC. Position: Advanced Shipfitter / Fabricator (Multi-Pass Tack & Burn) Job Location: Newport News, VA Hutco Branch: Portsmouth Rate of Pay: $45.00 per hour, plus per diem for those who qualify Shift: Variable – All Shifts DESCRIPTION Hutco, Inc. is currently seeking experienced Advanced Shipfitters / Fabricators for shipbuilding work in Newport News, Virginia. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of documented commercial or naval shipfitting experience. This position requires advanced structural fabrication, multi-pass tack welding, burning, heating, and the ability to interpret complex structural drawings and blueprints. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS • Minimum 4 years of documented commercial or naval experience as a First Class Shipfitter. • Proficient in multi-pass tack welding. • Experience using oxygen/propane burning and heating torches. • Ability to read and interpret complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and fractional dimensions. • Experience laying out, assembling, fitting, and replacing structural piece parts, hull inserts, and penetrations. • Experience working in physically demanding shipbuilding, marine, or heavy steel fabrication environments. • Familiarity with applicable shipbuilding OSHA safety requirements. • Experience using grinders, needle guns, and other vibratory tools. • Experience with air carbon arc gouging. WELDING QUALIFICATION All Shipfitters must successfully complete the Multi-Pass Tack Welder Qualification Test using the SMAW process with MIL-10718-M (A-5A) filler metal. Testing includes: • Vertical Up (3F) position • Overhead (4F) position • One-hour practice session • One-hour Vertical Up test • One-hour Overhead test • Visual Inspection of Weld Level I assessment Candidates must be prepared to pass the required qualification testing without prior training at the Newport News welding school. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs. • Climb, crawl, stand, bend, and work in confined spaces. • Work in environments involving temperature and humidity extremes. • Work around fumes, odors, dust, and other normal shipyard conditions. • Use various hand and power tools. • Perform physically demanding work in tight or restricted areas. BENEFITS A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care. Available plans include: • Medical / Prescription • Dental Coverage • Vision Coverage • Short Term Disability • Term Life Benefits • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Benefit Per diem is available for individuals who qualify. CONTACT HUTCO TODAY! Apply online or contact the Hutco Portsmouth Branch: 728 High Street, Suite 200 Portsmouth, VA 23704 Call: 757-223-7680 / 757-775-4448 Hutco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). #HUTCOSP