Aluminum Welder III
Listed on 2025-12-31
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic -
Manufacturing / Production
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Description
Founded in 1995, Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative and integrated partner with a national footprint in the marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication and marine services. Evolving over decades from a collection of the best‑in‑class companies with unique and complementary capabilities on the East and West coasts, our spirit of innovation and legacy of performance make Vigor Marine Group a preferred, full‑service prime contractor in the defense and maritime sectors.
Today we offer advanced services and complete solutions for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Military Sealift Command, state ferry systems, the cruise industry, the commercial fishing industry and more.
Founded in 1995, Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative and integrated partner with a national footprint in the marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication and marine services. Evolving over decades from a collection of the best‑in‑class companies with unique and complementary capabilities on the East and West coasts, our spirit of innovation and legacy of performance make Vigor Marine Group a preferred, full‑service prime contractor in the defense and maritime sectors.
Today we offer advanced services and complete solutions for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Military Sealift Command, state ferry systems, the cruise industry, the commercial fishing industry and more.
Vancouver, Washington is surrounded by forests, rivers, and mountains and is a top destination for outdoor lovers. It has a mild climate with four seasons. Its mild winters and warm summers make it an attractive city in the Pacific Northwest. Vancouver is a more affordable city than its neighbors, Portland and Seattle and has no state income tax. It is a vibrant city full of restaurants, shops and parks, and is known for its walkability, historic charm and family friendly neighborhoods.
Vancouver has garnered many awards including Livability's "Top 100 Best Places to Live in the US in 2025 and 2023" and Niche's 2025 rankings include Vancouver on several lists including Best City for Outdoor Activities, a Healthiest Place to Live in America and several others. Healthcare is the city's largest employer, followed by manufacturing and technology.
$25.65
Position SummaryResponsible for fabrication welding requirements including manual, semi‑automatic, automatic, and all‑position using oxygen/acetylene gas torch for cutting or pre‑heat.
Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities- Utilize knowledge of weld electrodes and wire, machine settings, maintain an acceptable standard in quality and quantity, and use oxygen/acetylene gas torch for cutting or pre‑heat.
- Read and interpret drawings, sketches and weld symbols, set up and operate semi‑automatic or automatic weld equipment.
- Assemble and tack parts as directed by supervisor
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions regarding daily functions, safety rules and regulations, and possible hazardous conditions.
- Ability to communicate with and instruct team members on the project.
Skills and Abilities
- Experience and ability to perform the above referenced essential functions and responsibilities.
- Sufficient knowledge in burning, welding, and operation of production machines and cranes.
- Knowledge of pipe welding of aluminum, stainless and copper nickel a plus
- Knowledgeable in the operation of all fabrication/welding equipment.
Minimum one year of welding/fabrication experience or apprentice program.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations- Capable of passing a 3G, 4G Aluminum weld test on 3/8 plate to AWS D1.2 weld standards.
- Must be in good standing with or willing to join an affiliated labor union.
- Ability to lift, carry 60
Lbs., or maneuver objects, difficult objects will be lifted with the assistance of mechanical means or additional workers. - Must be able to lift 4 ft., 60 lb. spool of wire and load welding machine.
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip,…
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