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REPORTS TO: Fitout Supervisor SUPERVISES: N/A AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: Able to perform all tasks and responsibilities associated with TA and B Class status Knows pin layouts Able to mark out, shoot pins, and insulate deck head, side shells, beams, and all duct with minimal supervision Able to measure, build, and install pads with minimal supervision Able to run and cut all fittings on various pipe coverings, and lag it out- with little or no seams showing Able to run metal and operate shear and break Functional working knowledge of blueprints and construction information Display a willingness to cross craft within Fitout Dept QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE: HS Diploma/GED and 3 progressive years marine experience preferred Working knowledge of practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in the insulation process Working knowledge of marine joiner and HVAC activities a plus Basic skills in shop mathematics and science Ability to read mechanical drawings and blueprints TOOLS: Maintain knowledge of tools and proper handling and usage: Butcher & Fillet Knife and Sharpener Chalk Line End Nippers Scissors 6” and 10” Measuring Tape (Combined Metrics/Standard) 8 M Set of Allen Wrenches – Standard and Metric Set of Tin Snips (Left, Right and Straight) Small Pair Bolt Cutters Utility Knife DISCRETION EXERCISED: Interpret blueprints, perform material takeoffs LIASES WITH: Trade supervisors, trade personnel ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. Specific physical requirements include the following: Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel. Perform prolonged standing. Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis. Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis. Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basis. Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis. Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps). Ability to work at heights above 12’ while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts. Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead). Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment. Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles. Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment. Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards. Ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures. Ability to enter 18” x 36” openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time. Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands. Able to utilize adequate visual skills. Ability to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side and reaching down. Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters whole performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. SAFETY Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks. As a global shipbuilder and prime defence contractor, Austal offers opportunities for individuals to contribute to the development and sustainment of some of the world’s most advanced commercial and defence ships. With major ship building facilities located in Australia, the United States of America and the Philippines - and ship sustainment and client service centres in Oman and Australia – Austal has an extensive network of operations with employment opportunities in maritime engineering, design, construction, technical services and sustainment, sales and marketing and administration. Over 5,500 Austal employees, worldwide, benefit from a corporate culture that supports a safe, modern and secure working environment, flexible working conditions, training and development opportunities, genuine career advancement opportunities and competitive salary packages - and the autonomy and responsibility to achieve individual, project and organisational goals. With our track record of success and an even brighter future, Austal is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a rewarding career in a dynamic, global industry.