Structural Welder - Pensacola Shipyard

Now hiring a Full-Time Structural Welder preferably with at least 2+ years of SHIPYARD experience,to work at the Pensacola shipyards
.

• Skilled tradesmen whose primary jobs consist of welding together metal components as specified by blueprints, work orders, or instructions from supervisor or management.
• The welder utilizes knowledge of working characteristics of metal and non-metal materials including the knowledge of the particular equipment to be used in the process.
• In the sequence of work activities, the welder’s job follows that of the fitters, welding together structural components that have previously been fit and tacked into place.
• The welding of components may require flat, overhead and or vertical positions.
• 2+Years SHIPYARD experience is PREFERRED but not required.
• MUST PASS a Welding test.

*** These tests are usually performed while you (the candidate) are interviewing/meeting with the client. Due to time constraints, occasionally they may need to schedule the Welding/Fitting Test on a different day)***

The above description is general in nature; A Welder may be required to perform additional duties not specifically described.

• 7018 (Carbon-Steel)
• 6010
• 308 (Stainless-Steel)
• 316
• 309 (Carbon-Stainless)

Starts at: $18+/hr
. (Depending on CURRENT level of Experience)

MON-THUR -----7:30am - 4pm
FRIDAY 7:30am
-3pm

• Typical working hours are 40 hours per week
• Work that exceeds 40 hours is considered overtime (and paid at "time-and-a-half")
• A 10-minute paid morning break is taken at 9:30am daily
• A 30-minute unpaid lunch break is provided daily at 11:30am - 12:00pm

• Pass a Pre-employment Drug Test
• Pass a NON-DOT Physical Agility Test
• Complete an OSHA Respirator Questionnaire (completed at clinic during physical)
• Participate in RANDOM quarterly drug tests

• Health
• Dental
• Vision

• Welding Shield
• Leathers
• Safety Toed Shoes
• Crescent Wrench
• Needle Nose Pliers

*** Some basic tools can be checked out from the shipyard tool room***

• Scaling Guns
• Flux Core Box / Wire Feeder
• Hard Hat
• Ladders
• Grinders
• Chipping Hammer
• Drop Lighting
• ARC Gougers
• Respirator (1st issue)
• Welding Gloves
• Electrodes
• Respirator Filters
• Grinding Shield
• Wire Spools
• Ear Plugs
• Ventilation Blowers
• Welding Lines and Cables
• Safety Glasses
• Safety Harness / Fall Protection

I. Essential Function:
After receiving the work assignment from an immediate supervisor, a welder must first obtain the tools and equipment necessary to complete the job and set up their equipment. The welder will obtain a specified electrode and insert it into a portable holder or thread a consumable electrode wire through a portable welding gun. The welder will connect cables from the welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse as specified by operating procedures.

The welder will then operate a power supply unit to produce electric current. The worker may also prepare a surface to be welded. This function can take place in a variety of locations to include elevated heights, confined or enclosed spaces with restricted access or entry. Openings often range from 18” up to 24”.
Physical Demands:
This function primarily involves standing and walking and carrying on a constant basis while preparing to begin the given job. The welder may have to carry their welding box (weighing approximately 50 pounds with a full spool of wire) for a distance that will, in general, not exceed 200 yards. A 50’ welding line, when coiled, can weigh up to 45 pounds multiple lines may also need to be carried for distances within the working area.

The number of times this function is preformed in a given day will vary considerably; however, a typical day might involve moving to multiple work areas. Welder must be able to gain access and work in areas of elevated heights or through openings ranging from 18” to 24”.

II. Essential Function:
The welder is responsible for welding together structural metal components, which have been pre-assembled and tacked, into place. Welding equipment is used to generate…