Welder II

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. At Continental Tide, we understand that a great company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, no matter what their title is, and letting them grow in their role as the company does.

We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, be challenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, and do things they wouldn't have the opportunity to do elsewhere. Our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we’re looking for 'the best at what they do' to join our team and help us grow.

* Please note due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will contact only those candidates who most closely match our requirements. Only local candidates will be considered. Veteran and retired candidates welcome!

Continental Tide is seeking an experienced and skilled Welder II for our Norfolk, VA Office. The successful candidate will join our Fleet Services Group performing various ship repair, modernization and Alteration Installation Team (AIT) projects.

• Join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques.
• Perform various welding processes to repair, modify and install various 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 the 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.
• Experience in SMAW, GMAW & GTAW, Ship Fitting and OXY ACC & Propane GAS Cutting torch.
• Able to weld multiple types, thicknesses & sizes of pipe, plate & bar material in horizontal, overhead and/or vertical positions.
• Mentor & provide guidance to less-experienced welders sharing technical knowledge, best practices, and safety procedures to support team skill development.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Perform additional duties outside of your standard responsibilities as needed to support production and project completion.

• Must possess a REAL  U.S. Passport
• Must possess a high school, trade or vocational school degree.
• 5-10 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 is preferred.
• Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
• Must have the ability to obtain base access and security credentials.
• Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States, up to 75% of the time.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality; must be able to consistently report to work on time.
• Possess basic and some advanced specialized welder's tools.
• Must be able to pass an Audiogram, Respirator Fit Test, & physical.

• Frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and extreme cold.
• Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more, depending on the task requirements.
• Must be physically able to ride ships at sea for extended periods, including withstanding ship motion and working in various sea conditions.
• Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
• Must wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hearing, eye, head, and hand protection, as required.
• Site visits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge or boat structural components.
• Exposure to sound levels exceeding 100 decibels.
• Must possess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and night vision to inspect…