Combo Pipe Fitters​/Welders Seattle WA shipyard

Join us in supporting a Seattle WA shipyard with your experience and expertise!

This role requires proactive and detail-oriented professionals to engage in Pipe Fitting/Welding tasks, ensuring excellence in every aspect of the job.

Contract Duration:
Starts asap and goes open ended.

Compensation: $33/hr and $150 per diem, for days worked.

• Citizenship:
  Must be a U.S. Citizen with proof (Original or Certified Birth Certificate with Enhanced Driver License, Real  U.S. Passport). Must be able to obtain a "DBIDS" Badge.
• Certifications:
  
  Maritime OSHA 10 certification required.
• Experience:
  
  Previous shipyard experience required.
• Working Hours:
  
  50-60 hours per week.

Diverse shifts include 8-hour, 10-hour, and 12-hour shifts. Monday through Friday with overtime, and weekends as requested by the client.

Venture Dynamics is seeking experienced Pipe Fitters/Welders to join our team within the marine industry. The successful candidates will be responsible for performing pipe fitting and welding tasks according to NAVSEA standards, including torch cutting, pipe cleaning, and welding pipes without leaks in complex positions with minimal clearance. This role demands expertise in TIG welding and a thorough understanding of various welding rods, including 6011, 6010, 7018, and sil-braze rods.

• Perform precision pipe welding tasks to ensure leak-free welds in marine environments.
• Torch cut, clean, and true pipes for optimal fit and function according to NAVSEA standards.
• Assess job sites, particularly those with combustible materials, ensuring safety for all personnel engaged in hot work activities.
• Read and interpret weld symbols, blueprints, schematics, and job specifications.
• Certify to Navy/ABS standards by passing required vision tests and demonstrating proficiency in pipe welding in the 6GR position, using filters such as 11018, 70s2, 316, RN67, and GTAW.
• Conduct x-ray testing to verify the integrity of welds.
• Perform basic pipe fitting and brazing tasks as required.

• Extensive knowledge of TIG welding processes and techniques specific to marine applications.
• Proficiency with 6011, 6010, 7018, and/or sil-braze rods.
• Ability to pass Navy/ABS certification tests, including vision and welding in 6GR position.
• Strong ability to work from blueprints, schematics, and specifications according to NAVSEA standards.
• Experience with x-ray testing of welds to ensure structural integrity.

• Basic pipe fitting and brazing experience is a plus.

• Participate in system upgrades and routine maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in all work areas.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

The position is active and requires extensive standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing, and crouching. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Venture Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and treat all employees and applicants equally.

Embrace the opportunity to grow your career within the shipyard industry, contributing to meaningful projects in a dynamic work environment. Apply your skills where it's needed most!