**Description** **Tradesmen International** is immediately hiring experienced **Shipfitters** for projects located in **Paducah, KY** . This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate is **up to $24/hour** based on experience and skill level **plus $100/per diem** for travelers 60+ miles from the job site. If you are a Shipfitter eager to master your skills while working alongside our accomplished Craft Professionals, this is your chance to advance your career! **Job Scope:** + Repair work on towboats and river barges + New construction + Working with stainless steel and carbon + Read and interpret blueprints and drawings **Requirements** + Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and drawings + Ability to layout from blueprints and modules + Must be able to pass a fit test + Must have all proper PPE + Must be able to pass a drug screening and background check **Company Details** Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: + Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked + Vacation Pay + Health insurance + 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan Find our app **, TradeGig** , in the App store to see opportunities, set notifications and click to express interest! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website. (http://www.tradesmeninternational.com) **Recruiter Name** Michelle Myers **Location** US-TX-HOUSTON **Posted Date** _6 hours ago_ _(1/27/2025 10:32 AM)_ **_Req ID_** _2025-357646_ **_Category_** _Marine Trades - Marine_ **_Travel_** _Yes_ **_Job Board_** _IN_ **_Location_** _US-TX-HOUSTON_