1st Class Welder (Welder III)

DSC Dredge, LLC; Poplarville (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K w/match

Job summary

DSC Dredge, LLC. is seeking hard-working team members for immediate full-time welding positions in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role involves fabricating and welding dredge components to precise specifications, following blueprints and procedures.

Candidates must be able to pass background and drug screening, be available for overtime (50+ hours/week), and possess a valid driver’s license. Equal opportunity employer with benefits including health insurance and 401K match.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass pre-employment testing (drug test, physical, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Weld components using specified procedures, layouts, and blueprints.
• Set up and lay out work using fixtures and guides.
• Maintain welding equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Work safely in an industrial environment and follow PPE rules.
• Assist with construction to complete projects and meet deadlines.
• Keep a clean, organized and safe work area.

Skills

Welding

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinder

Job description

About This Position

DSC Dredge, LLC. is looking for new team members ready to work hard with a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment. World-class dredge manufacturing business with immediate full-time openings! Company offers competitive salary based on experience and unmatched benefit package, including health insurance, 401K w/match, and much more.

About This Position

DSC Dredge, LLC. is looking for new team members ready to work hard with a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment. World-class dredge manufacturing business with immediate full-time openings! Company offers competitive salary based on experience and unmatched benefit package, including health insurance, 401K w/match, and much more.

Applicants must have the ability to pass background check and drug screen/physical, work overtime (typical work week is 50+ hours), and ideally possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Position Responsibilities

• Works safely in an industrial environment and around machinery; observes and instructs others in proper equipment use.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations as well as all company policies and procedures; uses/wears all required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for assigned tasks.
• Collaborates with Fitters in dredge and dredge component construction, ensuring all work meets the guidelines and specifications of a first class welder; including flux cord and stick in all positions.
• Welds components with welding equipment as specified by procedures, layouts, blueprints, diagrams, work orders, or oral instructions. Welds range from simple tacks to complex welds, performed in varying positions.
• Work includes set-up, laying out work using fixtures and guides to repair, modify, or fabricate parts and/or equipment products.
• Keeps welding equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirement.
• Removes rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper.
• Assists with all aspects of construction to complete projects.
• Requisitions materials needed to complete projects in accordance to DSC procedures.
• Maintains level of work performance in accordance with DSC’s standards and/or production deadline specifications with minimal supervision.
• Meets all project deadlines; complete all assignments in a timely fashion to meet production deadlines.
• Maintains a clean, safe and organized work area at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Work overtime and/or weekends when necessary.
• Valid driver’s license required when operating a company vehicle
• Willingness to cross-train and perform the work of other job tasks or positions in the Company outside of or in addition to primarily-assigned position, work area, or department on an as needed basis.
• Desire to own decisions and take responsibility for outcomes.
• Must be able to successfully pass all pre-employment testing (drug test, physical, audiogram, pulmonary function test, respiratory fit test) in addition to random drug and alcohol testing.

DSC Dredge, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This technologically driven company takes pride in being the world's leader in customized dredging solutions.