Senior Shipyard Welder — Marine/Blueprint Focus

Colonna's Shipyard, INC; Norfolk (VA); Presencial; USD 39.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking an experienced Welder. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

The role is onsite in Norfolk with hours beyond a standard week and potential travel. You will weld steel and aluminum using SMAW and FCAW, read blueprints, and ensure quality through inspections. You will prepare materials, lay out work, finish welds, and collaborate with senior technicians to meet production goals.

Formación

• At least 5 years welding experience in marine/shipyard settings or apprenticeship completion.
• Proficient in SMAW and FCAW with multiple welding techniques.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and welding procedures.
• Capable of lifting heavy materials and working in confined spaces.

Responsabilidades

• Perform welding using stick welding, flux core welding on steel and aluminum.
• Prepare materials by cleaning, grinding, and pre-heating as needed.
• Ensure welds meet industry standards via visual inspections and NDT methods.
• Repair damaged welds and maintain welding equipment for safety.
• Lay out workpieces from measurements and drawings; finish welds by grinding.
• Work with team and mentor junior crew members to meet deadlines.

Conocimientos

Welding experience (5+ years)

Blueprint reading

SMAW (Stick Welding)

FCAW (Flux Core)

Metalworking

Educación

Registered apprenticeship graduate

Herramientas

Welding equipment operation

Non-destructive testing basics

Descripción del empleo

Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking an experienced Welder. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

The role is onsite in Norfolk with hours beyond a standard week and potential travel. You will weld steel and aluminum using SMAW and FCAW, read blueprints, and ensure quality through inspections. You will prepare materials, lay out work, finish welds, and collaborate with senior technicians to meet production goals.