Pipefitter JM3

Southcoast Welding & Manufacturing; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcoast Welding & Manufacturing is seeking a Pipe Welder JM3 to assist with the fit-up of piping systems and perform welding tasks for Navy ship repair and commercial equipment. The role requires certification, experience in ship repair, and adherence to safety protocols. This full-time position offers a pay range of $29.00/hr to $36.00/hr, with potential for overtime based on production needs.

Qualifications

• Must be certified Pipe Welder.
• Minimum 1-2 years of ship repair experience required.
• Ability to speak and understand Basic English.

Responsibilities

• Setup welding equipment and ensure all welding passes NDT's.
• Fit and tack parts together in preparation for welding.
• Adhere to all safety policies and wear required PPE.

Skills

Pipe Welding Certification

Blueprint Reading

Troubleshooting

Communication Proficiency

Teamwork Orientation

Education

Certified Pipe Welder

1-2 years of ship repair experience

Tools

Weld Gauges

Sawzall

Grinders

Job description

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Southcoast Welding & Manufacturing provided pay range

This range is provided by Southcoast Welding & Manufacturing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$29.00/hr - $36.00/hr

Summary/Objective

The Pipe Welder JM3 assist pipefitter with fit-up of piping systems, accomplish welding piping onboard ship and shop fabrication for P-1 piping including working off and entering data into PCP’s. Welding need to pass all NDT’s including hydrostatic testing. For production of Navy ship repair and other marine and commercial equipment. Pipe Welder JM2 must possess trade specific tools.

Essential Functions / Duties

• Setup welding equipment
• All welding must pass NDT’s
• Certification to weld all piping materials and systems
• Fit and Tack parts together in preparation for welding
• Perform precise fitting work on components
• Running lines and leads
• Blueprint reading and interpret weld symbols
• Must adhere to a promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensure that employees assigned with Firewatch duties are in place and ready prior to begin hot work
• Fill out Job JSA forms
• Must adhere to a promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Pipe Welder JM3 must be able to meet and successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following physical demands are representative to the position.

Required

The position is active and requires extensive standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing, and crouching. Along with such movements, employee is required to lift parts/machinery of up to 75 pounds. Additional demands are listed below:

• Able to climb ladders and work off scaffolding
• Able to lift, carry, and or push up to 50 – 75 lbs. throughout the shift (including overtime)
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
  
  

Knowledge / Skills

• Must be certified in Pipe Welding
• Ability to weld in all positions
• Ability to troubleshoot minor welding equipment problems
• Must be able to evaluate the use of various resources and make knowledgeable decisions regarding safety and company procedures and policies
• Able to read a tape measure
• Pass Welder Workmanship Training (WWT)
• Able to operate sawzall, 4” & 7” grinders, and various other tools
• Able to use Weld Gauges
  
  

COMPETENCIES

• Communication Proficiency
• Flexibility (Job duties & schedule)
• Work well with others in all areas where SCW&M is performing work
• Follow verbal/written instructions
• Teamwork orientation
  
  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTY

Pipe Welder JM3 position has no supervisory responsibilities.

POSITION TYPE / HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. Schedule is Monday- Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. / 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (swing shifts dependent on work load). Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs.

Required Education And Experience

• Must be certified Pipe Welder
• Must have a minimum of 1-2 years of ship repair experience and/or skill set.
• Must be able to speak and understand Basic English
  
  

Work Authorization Clearance

For E-verify and contract security purposes (including ship access lists), all employees MUST present a valid export document. Acceptable documents are U.S. Birth Certificate, Certificate of Naturalization, Passport, Passport Card and Permanent Resident Card.

Other

Please consider that duties, responsibilities, and all other points specified in this description can change at any time with or without notice.

Safety and responsible work practices are of SCW&M importance in everything we do. We are committed to employee safety & development, the protection of the environment and the communities where we operate. We are ready to be a partner in your career success!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Shipbuilding

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