Welder III

Job Description

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader, providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations. We value a culture where employees feel heard and grow in their roles, and we are looking for the best to join our team in Norfolk, VA.

The role of Welder III involves performing complex welding tasks to support ship repair and maritime fabrication projects for U.S. Navy and commercial maritime clients. The position requires precision, efficiency, and a commitment to quality in shop and shipboard environments.

• Join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques.
• Perform various welding processes to repair, modify and install pipes, structures, foundations and fittings associated with shipboard hydraulic, pneumatic and water systems.
• Fabricate and install fixtures and jigs required for welding process alignments.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding process.
• Select required welding filler materials, joint design, heat ranges and most effective or required welding process/procedure to ensure quality welding operations IAW TWD.
• Inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness and adherence to NAVSEA, ABS & AWS standards.
• Install or repair equipment, such as pipes, valves, floors and tank linings.
• Clamp, hold, tack‑weld, heat‑bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
• Operate manual or semi‑automatic welding equipment to fuse basic metal segments, using processes such as flux‑cored arc, carbon arc, etc.
• Weld multiple types, thicknesses & sizes of pipe, plate & bar material in horizontal, overhead and/or vertical positions.
• Document objective quality evidence to the requisite Continental Tide Forms.
• Demonstrate the ability to estimate a drawing package / installation.
• Utilize SMAW, GMAW & GTAW, Ship Fitting and OXY ACC & Propane GAS Cutting torch.
• Provide leadership to technical project teams, oversee scheduling and task execution, and deliver updates and briefings to customers and senior leadership.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support project completion.

• High school diploma, trade or vocational school degree.
• 10+ years of direct experience in ship repair and installation of HM&E systems and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret ship installation drawings, installation specifications and NAVSEA Standard Items.
• Clearance: SECRET (or ability to obtain). Must also obtain base access and security credentials.
• Travel within and outside of the continental U.S. may be required.
• U.S. citizenship only.
• Basic and advanced welder's tools proficiency.
• Welding certifications or ability to obtain qualifications acceptable in lieu of experience.

• Exposure to open‑air environments, including noisy, hot, and cold conditions.
• Visits to project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
• Must wear PPE such as hearing, eye, head and hand protection as required.
• Work may involve standing, bending, crouching, climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders and internal ship structures.
• Exposure to sound levels exceeding 100 decibels.
• Sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception and night vision to inspect marine components and systems.
• May need to work in confined spaces with limited ventilation.
• Requires periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing.
• May operate machinery, power tools and/or heavy equipment.
• Effective communication skills are required.
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and extreme cold.
• Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more, depending on task requirements.

Continental Tide offers competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, a competitive employee benefit package, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Continental Tide is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. U.S. citizenship is required for most…