Manual Welder

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Barberton (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Barberton, OH, seeks an experienced welder to perform specialty welding operations at our facility.

The role involves setting up and operating electric arc, semi-automatic, and heliarc welding equipment to produce pressure and strength welds in all positions using SMAW, GTAW and GMAW processes. Requirements include passing a Pre-Employment Weld Screen, ability to read and follow instructions, and completing weld certification tests such as 6G pipe.

Qualifications

• Must pass Pre-Employment Weld Screen.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow written/verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate electric arc, semi-automatic, and heliarc welding equipment to produce pressure and strength welds in all positions using SMAW, GTAW and GMAW.
• Perform weld certification tests, including 6G pipe welding in various materials.

Skills

Welding

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

SMAW/GTAW/GMAW

Job description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com.

Candidates please note: This position is available on our weekend shift which consists of twelve (12) hours on Saturday and Sunday and eight (8) hours on Monday (the eight shift could be Friday instead of Monday); work thirty two (32) hours and get paid for forty (40) hours. Scheduled off days are Tuesday through Friday or Monday through Thursday depending upon the shift. Training will be on the Monday - Friday crew before being assigned to the weekend crew.

We currently have an opening for an experienced welder who can perform specialty welding operations at our facility in Barberton, Ohio. The successful candidate will set-up and operate electric arc, semi-automatic, and heliarc welding equipment to produce pressure and strength welds in all positions using SMAW, GTAW and GMAW processes.

Job Qualifications / Requirements

• ALL applicants must pass a Pre-Employment Weld Screen in order to be considered for this position.
• Must have the ability to read, comprehend and adhere to both written and verbal instructions to set-up and perform welding operations.
• Must be able successfully complete all weld certification tests, which include, but are not limited to, 6G pipe in a variety of materials.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience is required in welding. Lesser experience coupled with formal training and/or previous certifications may be acceptable.
• High school diploma/GED is required for all BWXT positions, and graduation date will be verified via background check.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be able to work ANY SHIFT.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check prior to hire date.

The hourly rate for this position is up to $40.34 and is complemented by a generous benefits package.

Upon an offer, a relocation package is available for eligible candidates.

Pay: $40.34

The starting rate for this position in Ohio (US-OH) is $40.34 per hour. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, retirement and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment and are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

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