Shipfitter (Shipbuilder)

Shipfitter (Shipbuilder) Philadelphia, PA 19112 Job Description CTR Group is seeking many Shipfitters in the North Eastern area of the US. Immediate openings and urgently hiring! Pay Rate: $30 per hour plus $150 per diem. This role is open to candidates nationwide! What We Offer: Weekly Pay you receive a paycheck every week Comprehensive Benefits Package Safety First! A leading U.S. shipbuilding contractor is seeking experienced Shipfitters to support new-construction and module-assembly work at a large commercial shipyard in Philadelphia. This role involves heavy structural fabrication, layout, fit-up, and assembly of steel components in accordance with shipyard standards, drawings, and safety requirements. Candidates must have strong blueprint interpretation skills and hands-on experience working with plate, bulkheads, foundations, and structural assemblies in a shipyard or heavy-industrial environment. Key Responsibilities Perform layout, fit-up, and alignment of structural components including bulkheads, decks, frames, foundations, and modules. Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and ship construction drawings. Use measuring tools such as levels, squares, plumb bobs, tape measures, and micrometers to ensure accuracy. Prepare steel for welding through grinding, beveling, reaming, drilling, and cutting. Install foundations, brackets, stiffeners, and structural supports. Perform tack welding as required for fit-up (not production welding). Conduct burning, heating, and straightening operations as needed. Work safely in confined spaces, at heights, and aboard vessels or modules. Follow all shipyard safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and hot-work protocols. Required Experience