Shipfitter Trainee

3/23/2026

A Ship Fitter Trainee is responsible for learning the necessary skills required to progress into an entry-level Ship Fitter position. This role involves training to perform the physical tasks associated with ship fitting.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Bollinger Shipyards is the leading provider of quality new construction, repair and conversion products and services to both the military and commercial marine industry. Family owned and operated since 1946, Bollinger Shipyards specializes in a wide variety of offshore and inland vessels, along with steel fabrication services. Bollinger currently operates thirteen shipyards, all of which are ISO 9001:2008 registered and strategically located throughout Louisiana, Mississippi and Florida with direct access to the Gulf of America and the Mississippi River. With dry docks ranging in capacity up to 10,500 tons, Bollinger Shipyards provides a wide variety of dry-docks and services for both shallow and deepwater vessels and rigs. Bollinger is your FIRST TO CALL.

About the Role

BASIC FUNCTION

A Ship Fitter Trainee learns the necessary skills to become an entry level Ship Fitter.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be able to work in confined/enclosed spaces.
Must be able to work/climb in elevations greater than 5’.
Must be able to wear/work a respirator when applicable.
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Must be able to bend, squat, kneel, and climb.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE (YEARS)

Must have a high school diploma or equivalency (i.e. General Education Diploma).

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.

Key Skills

Work In Confined SpacesClimbingRespirator UseBendingSquattingKneeling