Philly Shipyard’s apprenticeship program is designed to develop the next generation of shipyard skilled workers and leaders. This three year competency program takes candidates with little or no experience and trains them to be multi-skilled employees that can perform successfully in a competitive market and participate in the future success of Philly Shipyard. The program is accredited by the State of Pennsylvania and 100% of the cost of related instruction is paid for by PSI.

The Summer 2024 recruitment opportunity is for Welders, Outfitters, Shipbuilders and Machine Operators. For the first 12 weeks, the Summer 2024 class will work onsite in production departments for immediate immersion into the shipyard’s working environment and activities. At the end of 12 weeks, apprentices will report to the Training Academy to begin classroom training and hands-on lessons to obtain their certifications. Upon completion at the Training Academy, apprentices re-join production to begin work on ship construction. All apprentices are required to attend and complete a mix of classroom and on-line training throughout the duration of the program.

APPLICATION PROCESS (Please Read Carefully)

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must provide 2 letters of recommendation. (Attach as a Document Below)
• Must submit a copy of H.S. Diploma or GED Equivalent along with application (Attach as a Document Below)
• A $65 Money Order is required to sit for the Mechanical Aptitude Test (Instructions will be included with invitation)
• Must take the Philly Shipyard Mechanical Aptitude Test (Invitation Only)
• If any portion of this application is not filled out correctly or documents are missing you will not be invited to take the Mechanical Aptitude Test
• Optional: Please attach your resume and any certifications if applicable.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Work in accordance with PSI's CORE values.
• Ensure that all PSI safety procedures, rules and regulations are followed and met.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Must be able to obtain weld certifications as specified for the welder and/or the shipbuilder position.
• Learn cutting and grinding principles and techniques.
• Attend all assigned instructor-led and on-line assigned Related Technical Training (RTI) courses.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Self-management
• Thoroughness
• Flexibility
• Integrity
• Time Management
• Willingness and ability to work as a team member

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Degree or GED Equivalent

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes and smoke. Work may be carried on indoors or outdoors, and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions.

*Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO FREE facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. A range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required. Employment in this position is contingent upon passing the medical examination. 

All apprentices must be clean-shaven for a respirator fit test and use and must be fully vaccinated.

Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to these requirements in accordance with applicable law.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time, safety-sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department, days and hours determined by department schedules.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time or without notice.

Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment and training of employees during employment, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such individual.