Welder

Position Title: Welder

Location of Position: United States -- Wisconsin -- Sturgeon Bay

Business Group: Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding

Department: Weld

Position Type: Full-Time;
Permanent;
Non-Exempt

Reports To: Foreman

Position Summary: This position is responsible for welding equipment, parts, interiors and exteriors of ships, and shipyard buildings at our vast, 63-acre facility.

Detailed Description:

• Follows directions under intermittent supervision.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.
• Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments, using flux-cored arc.
• Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors.
• Use fire suppression methods in industrial emergencies.
• Gouge metals, using the air-arc gouging process.
• Troubleshoot problems with all equipment as it arises.

• Ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
• Ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
• Ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.

• Diagnose and solve problems of all kinds.
• May be assigned miscellaneous tasks outside craft as required.
• Attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Ability and willingness to engage in highly energetic pursuits on the waterfront.

• Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies.

• Abide by all organizational policies and procedures.

Physical Job Demands:

• At least two times a day carry a 50lb bucket of tools and supplies to and from job site, including but not limited to, walking up to 500', climbing ladders / stairs, and crawling through 34" inner bottoms and through a 24"x18" lightening hole.
• Approximately two times a day pull 50lbs tools and equipment 50' up the side of the boat by using the hand of hand technique.
• Frequently utilize Grinder / Torch / Welder, including in confined space, by lifting 14lbs from the floor, carrying 50', and pushing up to 20lbs of force overhead, while kneeling and lying in different positions including 34" inner bottoms.
• Occasionally pull hoses to job site including climbing over framing with tooling to access job site by lifting 10lbs from the floor, stepping over 36" frames, walking 3', crawling through lightening holes, and walking 25' to site.
• Regularly utilize various sized hammers by lifting 5lbs from the floor, utilizing in an overhead position or squatting / kneeling with both hands at a 20lb grip.
• At least two times a day position welding feeders at the job site by lifting 50lbs from the floor, carrying for up to 100', up a flight of stairs, through 18"x24" lightening hole and over 36" frames.
• Utilize small tools to manipulate small parts for installation and/or repair by gripping / pinching with 10lbs of force.

Core Competencies:

• Action Oriented -- Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Drives Results -- Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Optimizes Work Processes (Quality & Continuous Improvement) -- Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Knowledge of materials and methods involved in construction
• Basic blueprint reading
• Be able to pass ABS test in FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding)
• A self-starter who can work with minimal supervision on an 8 for 8 basis
• Ability to work in inclement weather

Desired Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience preferred
• Prior shipyard experience a plus
• Fabrication experience in a Military environment a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Company Overview:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (FBS) is located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. With roots dating back to 1918, we currently exist as an industry leader in new construction, repair, and major conversions. The FBS…