Fabricator- Hornblower Shipyard- Bridgeport at Hornblower Shipyard, LLC in Bridgeport, Connecticut

Job Description:

City Experiences is seeking a Fabricator for our Hornblower Shipyard operation in Bridgeport. 

About Us:

City Experiences’ passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

About the Opportunity:

This position works in a shipyard setting with metals and other materials to fabricate parts, equipment and structures for commercial vessels.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

 

• Fabricate, install, and/or repair vessel structural members, outfitting components, or other parts as needed


• Work with a variety of metals including Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel, and Copper- Nickel.


• Read and understand blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures


• Determine the appropriate equipment to be used, fabrication methods, and estimated time to complete based on requirements


• Use welding techniques and equipment such as MIG, TIG, Oxy-Acetylene Torch, Flux- Cored Arc, and Plasma Cutting.


• Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)


• Operate angle grinders with guard to prepare the parts that must be welded


• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces


• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)


• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.


• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws


• Assists with general operations of the yard, including but not limited to:
  
  
  
  • Removal of vessels from water using movable lift crane
  
  
  • Moving vessels in the yard
  
  
  • Positioning and securing blocking at the bottom and sides of the vessel according to size, weight, and weight distribution of vessels, using fasteners, hand tools and power tools
  
  
  
  


• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain safe, clean work area.


• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety


• Able to work cooperatively with other department personnel.


• Follow defined instructions and procedures in performance of tasks.


• Attention to detail: Must perform all tasks in compliance with regulatory agency standards such as USCG.


• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain safe, clean work area.


• Conduct yourself with a positive and contagious attitude for others to emulate.


• Keep the (PM) and others informed about project status and issues that may impact client relations.


• Holds yourself and all employees accountable to the Environmental, Safety and Quality. Respect and SMS systems of the organization and to work closely with the Manager of ISO/Respect & Training to implement such systems, plans and control of records and documentation.


• Travel to project sites within the US and internationally as needed.


• Other Duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Must have experience working in the marine or construction field


• 1+ years’ experience as a metal fabricator, marine experience preferred


• Experience working with aluminum preferred


• Current and valid welding certifications a plus


• Experience working in a shipyard or boatyard environment


• Experience working on construction sites and with power tools


• Knowledge of construction site best practices and safety procedures


• Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints


• Experience working in a team and operational environment


• Valid driver’s license


• Ability to travel to jobs at different sites


• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment

The RESPECT Service System embodies City Experiences’ mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

City Experiences is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additional, City Experiences participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

Pursuant to applicable State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Experience

Required

• Must have experience working in the marine or construction field

Preferred

• 1+ years’ experience as a metal fabricator, marine experience preferred

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