Youth Apprenticeship Program Student

Fincantieri ACE Marine is a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled aluminum construction facility. Purposely designed for assembly line manufacturing of aluminum vessels, the facility uses innovative modular construction techniques and component manufacturing. Efficiencies in production are achieved by allowing modules to be pre-outfitted to a very high degree while internal compartments are still very accessible.

POSITION SUMMARY

The entry level, youth apprentice (YA) will work in the area of aluminum fabrication. The function of the YA program student is to develop the skills/capabilities necessary to perform as a long-term, fulltime employee within the skilled trades at Fincantieri ACE Marine. In fulfilling this function he/she will work with mentors that will train them to gain certifications to perform skilled work within the shipyard across various trades.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Level I/II fabricators in layout and assembly of aluminum weldment.
• Assist Level I/II fabricators with securing parts and assemblies according to specifications/drawings using straight -edge, combination square, calipers and ruler.
• Cut aluminum plate/shapes using powered saws and hand shears.
• Weld or tack aluminum parts together using spot welding gun or FCAW equipment.
• Climb ladders or work on scaffolds to assemble components.
• Dismantle aluminum assemblies or cuts scrap metal, using saws, routers or plasma-arc equipment.
• Position and secure parts using various hand tools, porta powers, and lever operated chain jacks.
• Participate as member of crane rigging crew.
• Remove rough spots from work piece using portable sander, hand file or scraper.
• Other duties as assigned

• Weld using manual or semi-automatic techniques
• Be able to read and interpret blue prints (will provide additional training)
• Operate small tools
• Strong communicator to both internal and external customers

COMPETENCIES:

• Ownership and Accountability
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Desire for Success

Fincantieri ACE Marine offers competitive pay with benefits to permanent employees in a growth-oriented environment. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply. Apply online at https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=2155013&d=FMG-External Fincantieri ACE Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and promotes a Drug Free Work Environment. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.