Brazer​/Welder

Brazer / Welder (5867)

Location:

Chesapeake, VA

Job Code:
5867

# of Openings: 2

Position Responsibilities:

• Implement and monitor OSHA safety practices.
• Qualify and maintain qualification to established MIG, TIG and other types of welds based on project needs on aluminum, mild steel, stainless steel materials.
• Field install welds, including duct work, equipment foundations, piping, light fixtures, vents, fans, metal sheeting and other parts.
• Select proper fillers for jobs based on previous experience or project instructions.
• Report job progress to the Job Lead, Team Lead or Project Manager and recommend changes as required such as changes in personnel, material, or tools.

Position Requirements:

• United States Citizenship.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a Secret Security Clearance; candidates currently possessing an Active Secret Clearance are preferred.
• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Capable of making sound welds using SMAW, GMAW and GTAW methods.
• Versed in the use of all types of fabrication and testing measuring instruments.
• Ability to learn marine piping systems temperature/pressure parameters.
• Understand joint design requirements and efficiency levels and joint fit-up specifications for fabrication and repair of piping systems and structural elements.
• Understanding of all hot work requirements.
• Basic ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and drawings.
• Understanding of the requirements for operational and hydrostatic testing of repair or modified ship's piping or structural members.
• Basic understanding of acceptance/rejection criteria and different NDT inspections related to job completion.
• Ability to pass a written workmanship exam.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Ability to become Competent Person certified.
• Ability to plan and make working recommendations for system configuration changes.
• Ability to use mechanical and digital test equipment, take temperature readings, hand and power tools associated with metallurgy.
• Candidate must be willing to travel CONUS & OCONUS at times.

Position located in Chesapeake, VA.

The hourly rate for this position is $26 – $32/hr based on experience.

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