Welder - Technician IV

Location: Hampton Roads, VA
- Various Naval Shipyard Locations (Onsite)

Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time

Travel Required: No

Shift: First or Second Shift;
Monday-Friday, generally 40 hours per week

Remote Type: No Remote

Clearance: Active U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance

Education: Associate's in an electrical/electronic/mechanical specialty, qualifying bachelor's degree, military technical school, or HS/GED (see Required)

Years of

Experience:

8 years with associate's; 6 years with bachelor's; or 10 years with HS/GED

Salary Information: $66,560 - $72,800 per year

Hourly Rate: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour

Altus Technology Solutions is seeking a Welder
- Technician IV to support the Integrated Total Shipboard Information System (ITSIS) program in the Hampton Roads, Virginia area.

This role supports structural welding, fabrication, and repair aboard naval vessels using approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and applicable safety and quality controls.

• Perform structural steel and aluminum welding, fabrication, and repair using approved procedures.
• Apply SMAW and FCAW processes in accordance with qualified performance ranges.
• Interpret Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), weld symbols, structural drawings, and work instructions.
• Follow naval shipyard hot-work, fire prevention, inspection, and quality procedures.

• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Associate’s degree in an electrical, electronic, or mechanical specialization (or equivalent military technical school) plus 8 years of relevant experience; relevant bachelor’s degree plus 6 years; or high school diploma/GED plus 10 years.
• Current NAVSEA-compliant welding performance qualifications applicable to assigned materials, positions, processes, and approved WPS.
• Documented CS-CS, MIL-7018M, SMAW, Plate, All Positions, 0.058-inch to Unlimited thickness qualification.
• Documented CS-CS, MIL-71T-1, FCAW, Plate, All Positions, 0.058-inch to Unlimited thickness qualification.
• Demonstrated steel and aluminum welding experience, including ability to interpret fabrication drawings.
• Current welding eye examination documentation and shipboard confined-space safety training.
• Current documented live Fire Watch Procedures training.
• Existing specialized hot-work certifications for any additional permit, competent-person, welding inspection, or asbestos inspection duties actually assigned.

• Current OSHA 10-Hour Maritime Safety certification.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.

Since 2004, Altus Technology Solutions has been committed to providing top-quality, performance-driven services to both government and commercial clients. As an ISO 9001:2015 Certified firm, Altus integrates proven solutions with industry-leading practices to tackle mission-critical challenges.

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• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Income protection through short- and long-term disability insurance
• Education assistance for professional growth
• Flexible paid leave and career advancement opportunities

Altus Technology Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. As a federal contractor, we are committed to hiring and retaining a workforce that includes individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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