Welder 1/C

JOB TITLE
WELDER 1/C
LOCATION
NEWPORT NEWS - NEWPORT NEWS, VA US (Primary)
JOB TYPE
Full-Time
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Hourly
EXEMPTION TYPE
Non-Exempt
EDUCATION
High School Diploma/GED
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB SUMMARY:
A welder with approximately 4 or more years of experience welding together metal components of products by performing the following duties and exhibiting the following skill sets.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
CRAFT:
• Grinds as needed for welding
• Works alongside other trades to receive direction to accomplish assigned work
• Pulls lines and helps set up as directed by supervisor
• Follows jobsite cleanliness principles
• Shows initiative and notifies supervision of work stoppages
• Expert in SMAW process in all positions for CS
• Expert in SMAW process in all positions for HY, HSLA, and CRES
• Expert in GMAW process in all positions for CS, HY, HSLA,
• Expert in FCAW process in all positions for CS
• Expert in FCAW process for HY, HSLA, and CRES
• Advanced mirror welding in SMAW, FCAW, GMAW processes
• Expert in Stud welding for CS and CRES
• Advanced in GTAW process in all positions for CS and CRES, socket and open butt
• Proficient GTAW process in all positions for CuNi to Cu & CS, socket and open butt
• Proficient in GMAW process in all positions for 5XXX Al
• Proficient in GMAW-P process in all positions for 6XXX Al
• Utilizes workmanship training to identify and correct weld defects prior to VT
• Performs other duties as assigned
TOOLS:
• Advanced use of power tools (grinders, needle guns, burr motors, etc.)
• Uses weld gauges to check for over/under weld
• Correct set up of tools prior to use (heat, wire speed, tagging lines, drop tests, etc.)
• Knowledge of power tool safety, (correctly identifying kick direction and pinch points)
• Advanced in maintenance for welding machines (replacing tips, gas diffusers, liners, etc.)
• Diagnoses and repairs complex issues with welding equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned
PROCEDURAL:
• Understands fire safety principles (hot work tickets, positioning firewatches, 35' rule, etc.)
• Practical knowledge of industry safety standards/training
• Understands and adheres to preheat and interpass requirements
• Reads weld symbols
• Requires periodic supervision to accomplish work
• Proficient working to PCP's
JOB REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Graduation from a standard apprenticeship/trade/vocational school.
2. High school diploma or GED required and 4 or more years of related experience or equivalent of training and experience.
3. Ability to gain access to military installations.
4. Must pass a drug test and background check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and seek help with weights over 50 pounds.
2. Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs/vertical ladders; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
This is a physically demanding position and may accommodate some physical disabilities. Physical dexterity may be required when performing walk thru and inspection of job sites. In the performance of the walk thru you will be required to transverse steep stairwells, vertical ladders and bending or stooping thru tight spaces. There may be occasional lifting of materials weighing not more than 50 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
This position works on the jobsite. There is exposure to hostile environments, loud noises, hazardous chemicals/fumes and airborne particles, smoke, extreme temperatures moving mechanical parts: high, precarious places. During work-site visits will be required to wear appropriate PPE including, but not limited to:

• Hard Hat
• Ear plugs or Attenuator
• Safety Shoes
• Dust Mask or Respirator
• Gloves