Naval Ship Welder II – On-Site, 401(k) & PTO

Valkyrie Enterprises Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Valkyrie Enterprises Inc. is seeking a Welder II to perform skilled welding on naval ships in Norfolk, VA. The role involves reading blueprints, interpreting welding symbols, and fabricating and repairing steel and aluminum piping and structures.

The candidate will mentor junior welders and ensure compliance with shipyard safety and MIL-STD requirements. Strong knowledge of SMAW and GMAW processes, plus the ability to travel up to 50% nationwide and support instances requiring security

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 5 years of welding experience.
• Must pass weld qualifications (2G, 3G, 4G) for SMAW and GMAW processes.
• Must meet NAVSEA 248 MIL-STD 1689 T9074-AR-GIB-010-278 Weld Workmanship requirements.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and rough sketches to plan welding operations.
• Ensure work complies with relevant codes and standards and MIL-STD 22D symbols.
• Provide welding services on steel and aluminum piping, structures, and various metals for vessel repair or modification.
• Lead, mentor, and oversee junior welders and workmanship inspectors.
• Maintain safety, document fit-up and weld inspections, and travel to job sites as needed.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Team leadership

Mentoring

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SMAW

GMAW

Job description

Valkyrie Enterprises Inc. is seeking a Welder II to perform skilled welding on naval ships in Norfolk, VA. The role involves reading blueprints, interpreting welding symbols, and fabricating and repairing steel and aluminum piping and structures.

The candidate will mentor junior welders and ensure compliance with shipyard safety and MIL-STD requirements. Strong knowledge of SMAW and GMAW processes, plus the ability to travel up to 50% nationwide and support instances requiring security