Marine Welder – Yard Fabrication & Repair

orionexternalcareers; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Orion is seeking a skilled Welder to provide marine yard support, welding, cutting, grinding, and cleanup on various projects. You will work with the Welding Shop Foreman, Yard Superintendent, and other craftspeople to ensure safe, efficient completion of tasks.

The role requires welding in all positions, use of oxygen-acetylene cutting torches, and ability to read welding blueprints. Strong communication and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years welding experience or equivalent training.
• Capable of passing standard welding tests.
• Skilled in stick rod welding in all positions and with acetylene/arc welding equipment.
• Familiar with welding blueprints and sketches.

Responsibilities

• Support welding shop and yard projects as assigned.
• Gather scope and obtain permits before welding tasks.
• Cut, weld, chip, and grind metal as required by projects.
• Operate oxy-acetylene cutting torch when needed.
• Rig and place steel plates and sheet piles with cranes and lines.
• Inspect and assist with welding equipment maintenance.
• Coordinate with Foreman and other trades to complete projects safely.

Skills

Welding experience

Welding tests

Stick welding in all positions

Oxygen-acetylene cutting

Acetylene and arc welding equipment

Hand and power tools

Welding blueprints & sketches

Effective verbal communication

Record-keeping of time/materials

Tools

Welding equipment

Oxygen-acetylene torch

Grinders, saws, drills

Job description

Orion is seeking a skilled Welder to provide marine yard support, welding, cutting, grinding, and cleanup on various projects. You will work with the Welding Shop Foreman, Yard Superintendent, and other craftspeople to ensure safe, efficient completion of tasks.

The role requires welding in all positions, use of oxygen-acetylene cutting torches, and ability to read welding blueprints. Strong communication and safety focus are essential.