Jonathan Cruz

Structural fitter and shipfitter with hands-on experience fabricating offshore structures, building dredges, and supporting new barge construction. Skilled in blueprint reading, metal fabrication, rigging, pipe cutting, welding support, and safe use of hand and power tools. Holds a TWIC Card and communicates fluently in English and Spanish.

1st Class Shipfitter at DSC Dredge (2026-01 – 2026-09)

• Built dredges using fabrication, rigging, and loading-out work.
• Supported project work with electrical tasks and carpentry duties.
• Read blueprints and specifications to complete assigned fabrication work.
• Used hand and power tools while following jobsite safety practices.

Structural Fitter at Chet Morrison (2024-08 – 2026-05)

• Fabricated structural components for offshore building projects.
• Interpreted blueprints and mechanical drawings to prepare steel materials.
• Cut, fitted, and assembled metal pieces for fabrication work.
• Maintained safe work practices while using fabrication tools and equipment.

1st Class Shipfitter at Borg Dry Dock (2024-01 – 2024-12)

• Supported new barge construction through fitting and fabrication work.
• Performed freehand pipe cutting and fabricated pipe components.
• Completed racking and rigging tasks to support vessel construction.
• Used measurements and blueprints to prepare materials for assembly.

High school diploma or GED – West Jefferson High School