Austal USA Expands Operations in Mobile

(21st June, 2010)

Austal USA Expands Operations in Mobile  | read this item

AIDT is currently seeking qualified applicants for a major shipbuilding operation in Mobile, AL. Austal USA has exciting opportunities for Welders and Ship Fitters who meet the qualifications. Starting salary is $15.91 per hour. Austal also offers an excellent benefits package.

Previous experience in welding or ship fitting is a plus, but not required. Applicants should possess a high school diploma or GED or at least 2 years maritime experience. Applicants should be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. There will be a background check (no felonies within the past 7 years) and a pre-employment drug screen also required for both positions.

Desired workplace traits for these positions include those that are dedicated to their team’s success, ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, who will maintain a positive work relationship with fellow employees, who are at work on-time every day, who are available for shift changes as needed, display their best effort every day, follow all safety work rules and procedures, who work well independently or collaboratively and maintain respect in the workplace.
There are physical demands that must be met to successfully perform the essential job functions of these jobs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of these jobs, the employee is regularly required to stand; have good dexterity; and reach with hands and arms; walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and have the ability to lift 25-50 pounds.

Applicants can apply for the AIDT/Austal pre-employment training program at www.aidt.edu/jobs

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