Shipfitter

Company: Ameri-Force
Location: Chula Vista
Posted on: January 26, 2026

Job Description:

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE The Shipfitter fits tack welds fabricated steel components to assemble structural forms in the assembly and production of Navy ship repair and other marine and commercial equipment. Shipfitter must possess trade specific tools. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / DUTIES Operates fabrication shop and machine shop machinery and equipment. Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements Setup welding equipment Fit and Tack parts together in preparation for welding Remove excess slag Perform precise fitting work on components Decipher Blueprint and interpret weld symbols Running lines and leads Must adhere to a promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment. Ensure that employees assigned with Firewatch duties are in place and ready prior to beginning hot work Fill out Job JSA forms PHYSICAL DEMANDS The Shipfitter must be able to meet and successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following physical demands are representative of the position. The position is active and requires extensive standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing, and crouching. Along with such movements, employees are required to lift parts/machinery up to 50 pounds. Additional demands are listed below: Able to climb ladders and work off scaffolding Able to lift, carry, or push up to 50 lbs. throughout the shift (including overtime) * Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS Must be certified in Welding Blueprint proficiency Familiar with Mil-STD-22D Ability to troubleshoot major welding equipment problems Must be able to evaluate the use of various resources and make knowledgeable decisions regarding safety and company procedures and policies Able to read a tape measure

Keywords: Ameri-Force, Cathedral City , Shipfitter, Manufacturing , Chula Vista, California