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Offshore Fitter

Grand Isle Shipyard, LLC
Houma, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2027

Company: GIS

Job Title: Offshore Fitter
Location: GIS – GOA
Job Type: Full-Time, Offshore

Company Overview:

GIS is a premier oil and gas services company providing solutions to the energy sector. We specialize in offshore construction, onshore construction, and maintenance services. With over 75 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, safety, and innovation.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Offshore Fitter to join our team for offshore installation, maintenance, and repair activities. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical fitting experience, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to maintaining high safety and operational standards while working in offshore environments.

Key Responsibilities:

· Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems, equipment, and structures on offshore facilities.

· Carry out fitting, alignment, and assembly of pipes, valves, pumps, rotating equipment, and structural components.

· Interpret and work from technical drawings, blueprints, and work packs.

· Conduct routine inspections and troubleshoot mechanical faults.

· Ensure all work complies with company safety standards and offshore regulations.

· Collaborate with engineers, welders, riggers, and other offshore personnel to support ongoing operations.

· Prepare job reports, maintenance logs, and documentation as required.

· Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and ongoing training.

· Maintain tools and equipment in proper working condition.

· Support emergency response activities when required.

Skills & Qualifications:

· Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Offshore Fitter, or similar role.

· Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, fitting techniques, and offshore maintenance procedures.

· Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

· Valid offshore certifications, including:

· TWIC

· HUET (if separate)

· Ability to work in physically demanding offshore environments.

· Strong understanding of safety procedures and permit-to-work systems.

· Good communication and teamwork skills.

· Willingness to work offshore on rotations.

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Benefits:

· Competitive salary

· Comprehensive benefits package (including health, dental, and vision insurance)

· 401(k)

· Paid time off

· Opportunities for professional development and growth

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged sitting or standing for long periods of time.

· Extensive use of a computer terminal

· Frequent walking

· Frequently will lift up to 20 pounds

· Close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

· Travel required

· Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and/or evenings as necessary (based on project demands)

· Conducts walk-throughs of construction sites.

· Normal office environment

· Heavy physical effort required including pulling and lifting or moving heavy weight material with frequent lifting and/or moving of materials or equipment (over 50 pounds).

· Requires the ability to continuously work around any or all of the following: noise, dust, heat, cold, solvents, fumes and heavy equipment

· Requires working in outdoor weather conditions

· Requires constant standing, sitting, bending, crouching, walking, pulling, pushing, reaching, kneeling

· Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and/or evenings as necessary (based on project demands)

· Requires frequently working in confined spaces.

· Requires working at all heights

· Requires climbing up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects

EEOC Statement:

GIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1.00 per hour

Expected hours: 84.00 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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