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Shipfitter
AI Summary
Installs and repairs structural components on tugboats, tow boats, and river barges, including new construction and maintenance tasks.
About this role
Description
Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Shipfitters for projects located in or around the McCracken County, KY area. This is a first shift opportunity, and the pay rate is up to $24/hour based on experience plus $100/day per diem for Travelers 60+ miles from the job site. If you are a Shipfitter and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!
Job Scope:
- New construction; tugboats, tow boats & river barges
- Repairing tugboats, tow boats and river barges
- Other tasks as assigned/needed
Requirements:
- Must pass basic torch & tack test
- Must pass drug screen and fitness test
- Must be clean shaved
Company Details
Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.
Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked
- Vacation Pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability
“Be Safe” from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other “up front” costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, please call or visit your closest Tradesmen office to verify the request.
Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website.
Location
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