Shipyard Jobs on the Gulf Coast
Welders and fitters wanted at shipyards from Texas to Florida. AMS supplies A-Class craftsmen and supervision to the yards building and repairing America's ships.
Real shipyard work, up and down the coast
The Gulf Coast builds and repairs more of America's ships than anywhere in the country — Navy vessels, offshore boats, tugs, barges, and the rigs that keep the energy industry running. AMS puts A-Class pipe welders, pipefitters, structural welders, and shipfitters into those yards, backed by experienced supervision and a SAFETY FIRST culture. Pick your trade or your state:
Gulf Coast shipyard markets
Gulf Coast shipyard jobs — FAQ
What shipyard jobs does AMS hire for?
AMS supplies pipe welders, pipefitters, structural welders, and shipfitters to shipyards and marine fabricators across the Gulf Coast — new construction and ship repair alike. If you hold current certifications and can pass a shipyard safety orientation, there's work.
Which Gulf Coast shipyards can I work at through AMS?
AMS has crews working Houma LA, Mobile AL, Pascagoula MS, and Jacksonville FL, and recruits across the wider Gulf Coast — East Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. Where you work depends on the project and where you're able to go.
Do I need experience to get a shipyard job?
Welding and fitting roles generally require experience and current certifications, plus the ability to pass a shipyard safety orientation and drug screen; a TWIC card is often needed for yard access. Apply with your background and an AMS representative will go over what fits.
Ready for shipyard work?
Tell us your trade and where you can work — an AMS representative will follow up. Résumé optional.