Description:

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

Competitive Pay
Health insurance + dental and vision!
Life insurance + Short term disability and a health saving plan
$1,000 Signing Bonus
Referral program that pays
401(K) + company match
Paid company holidays
Paid personal, sick and vacation
An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce

ABOUT THE JOB

This opportunity is a full-time and benefits-eligible position.

HOURS

Monday – Friday 6:00am – 3:30pm

Overtime and weekend required based on business needs

REPORTS TO: Shipyard Superintendent/ On-Site Foreman/ Supervisor

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Safely and efficiently perform welding labor, to complete construction associated with building cruise ships and tugboats. Aggressive work ethic with a focus on production.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS:

Welding¼" to 1" steel using FCAW and SMAW processes in 3G, 4G, and 6G positions.
Tig welding of stainless steel and aluminum
Plasma cutting and oxy-propane cutting
Performing weld tests including soap and air, hydrostatic pressure testing tanks, and dye penetrant
Assemble 40' x 10' steel plates, angles, and flange plates
Complete layouts using drawings and/or templates
Tack welding with stick and semi-automatic welding equipment (preferred)
Practice proper safety always procedures
Follow instructions from foreman/supervisors on site and keep job site clean.
All other duties as assigned based on operational needs.

REQUIRED:

Experience welding ¼" to 1" steel using FCAW and SMAW processes in 3G, 4G, and 6G positions
Knowledge and skills in Tig welding, Plasma cutting and oxy-propane cutting
Knowledge of weld tests including soap and air, hydrostatic pressure testing tanks, and dye penetrant.
Ability to complete layouts using drawings and/or templates
Knowledge of proper safety practices
Knowledge of shop and field fabrication, assembly sequencing, and fitting
Ability to read and understanding blueprints, sketches, and templates
Familiar with industry codes and regulations
Knowledge of safe use of tools and equipment

Requirements:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly required to walk; frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl at various heights and in confined spaces; occasionally required to sit; required to reach with hands and arms, use hands to feel, grip, or handle; regularly required to safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; required use of vision to see up close, distance, and peripherally, as well as depth perception and ability to adjust focus in low light conditions. May be required to wear a respirator to safely perform assigned tasks.

HAZARDS:

Weather, fumes, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration.

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