Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Weld structural steel plates, stiffeners, bulkheads, and other vessel components for shipyards repair and new construction projects.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and work specifications.
• Prepare welding surfaces and joints, including grinding, cleaning, and removing damaged material as assigned.
• Performed welding welds according to approved procedures and projects specifications.
• Inspect completed welds and correct defects as directed.
• Work closely with structural fitters, supervisor, and trades to complete assigned work.
• Follow shipyard safety procedures, hot-work requirements, and personal protective equipment requirements.

Qualifications:

• Previous structural welding experience in a shipyard or marine construction or repair
• Ability to read welding symbols and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Experience safely operating welding equipment, grinders, and related tools
• Able to pass welding tests (stick and mig)

Employment Requirements:

Must pass medical examination and employment eligibility will be verified through E-verify.