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Structural Welder
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Structural Welder with at least four years of experience in NNS or naval shipyard environments as a first-class Welder. The ideal candidate will be proficient in multi-pass welding, capable of executing all position fillet and butt welds using various processes such as SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P. Experience with oxygen/propane heating torch, air carbon arc gouging, and using fillet and butt weld gauges is essential.
Responsibilities:
- Perform multi-pass, all-position fillet, and butt welds utilizing SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P processes.
- Operate oxygen/propane heating torch and conduct air carbon arc gouging.
- Work in physically demanding shipboard environments, including sub-assemblies, ladders, and staging.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations pertinent to the shipbuilding industry.
- Perform welding qualification tests as per MIL-STD-248D and specific requirements.
- Administer and pass safety training courses including confined space, hazard communication, respirator usage, fall protection, and PPE protocols.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience: Four years in NNS or naval shipyard as a first-class Welder.
- Welding Qualification: Must pass all-position, multi-pass Butt Welder Qualification Tests.
- Processes: Proficient in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P welding.
- Equipment: Familiarity with oxygen/propane heating torch, fillet, and butt weld gauges.
- Safety: Comprehensive understanding of safety protocols including OSHA standards.
- Certifications: Confined space, hazard communication, respirator training, fall protection, and PPE.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to work in demanding environments with varying temperature and humidity levels.
Top 3 Items the Hiring Manager is Looking for:
- Extensive Welding Experience: Specifically in NNS or naval shipyard environments.
- Proficiency in Multi-Pass Welding: Ability to execute fillet and butt welds using various processes.
- Compliance with Safety Regulations: Understanding and adherence to OSHA and safety protocols.
Why is this Position Open / Needed?
This position is crucial to maintain and advance our welding operations within NNS or naval shipyard environments. We seek to bolster our skilled workforce to meet project demands.
Travel Requirement:
This role may require off site work at Copeland Industrial Park or Oyster Point locations.
Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Candidates must ensure compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards for PPE, including welding shields, jackets, safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection, and safety boots.
Elevator in the Main Work Site Building:
Specifics regarding the presence of elevators at the main work site building are not provided in this description.
Flexible Office Policy & Procedure:
Due to security protocols, there are stringent guidelines for remote work, especially for management involving leased labor resources. Any work from an alternate non-NNS location requires proper approval and compliance with security measures.
Department:
X65
We're looking for a dedicated and qualified individual to join our team in Newport News, VA, contributing their expertise to our vital shipbuilding endeavors.
