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Fincantieri Marine Systems North America is hiring for a Shipyard Carpenter at our Jacksonville/Mayport, FL locations. This is a 1st shift role, Monday – Friday, 7:00AM – 3:45PM.
Fincantieri Marine Systems North America
Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. (FMSNA) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. and the leading source of integrated marine systems and components. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.
Position Summary
The Shipyard Carpenter is responsible for completing a range of interior and external construction and repair tasks aboard U.S. Navy vessels and within shipyard environments. Tasks include working with marine-grade carpentry, insulation, flooring, drywall, and finishing work. This role involves executing assigned tasks efficiently while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship/workmanship and ensuring all work complies with vessel-specific regulations and quality requirements.
Domestic travel may be required
Essential Functions
Rough and Trim Carpentry: Repair and rebuild bulkheads, framing, and decking supports on vessels, and interior repair and installation of cabin panels, door and window trim, built-ins, and other finishing details with precision and visual quality for a polished final finishConstruction and Remodeling: Perform marine flooring, drywall, insulation, and related interior/exterior repair work, including, but not limited to, removing and replacing materials, preparing surfaces, and installing systems to ensure durability and safety in marine environments.Formwork & Temporary Structures: Construct temporary structures such as containments for blasting, manholes, scaffolding, and access supportsFlexibility to work non-standard hours, including occasional overtime, and other duties as assignedRequirements:Experience with hand and power tools (i.e., circular and reciprocating saws, jigsaw, and drill), measuring equipment, basic hand tools, and safety gear to complete work accurately and safelyMust adhere to compliance with marine safety and fire-resistance standardsAbility to read and interpret shipyard specifications, blueprints, SDS, and PDSKnowledge of shipyard safety procedures, confined space protocols, and hazardous material handlingAbility to work in inclement weather (cold, hot, rain, snow, etc.) and extreme heatMust have basic organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skillsMust have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanorMust adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMSNA and have high values for safety awareness
Education and Experience
Journeyman, Technical, or Associate's degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience2 Years of marine, shipyard, or industrial carpenter, maintenance, and/or remodeler experience required, with preferred working knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items, including 009-11.
Competencies
Fincantieri’s core competencies reflect our values and key behavioral expectations for all employees:
Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning.Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals.Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction.Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, handle, manipulate, or feel objects and controls; stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; and speak or hear. The employee may lift and/or move up to 35lbs regularly and up to 50lbs occasionally. Work is performed both inside and outside in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid climates. The employee may also be required to work in confined spaces and at varying heights. PPE is required to minimize noise exposure, moving machinery, weather elements, and other potential hazards, including the risk of injury.
Posting Disclaimer
This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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