Shipboard Welder - Navy Fabrication Expert (DoD Clearance)

Serco

Suffolk (VA)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 55,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Serco Inc. is seeking an Advanced Marine Welder to support U.S. Navy ships in Norfolk, Virginia. You will fabricate and assemble electromechanical and electronic components, review blueprints, and ensure safe, compliant welding on shipboard systems.

The role requires 5+ years of shipboard welding, a DoD Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to travel up to 10%. You must pass Serco welding procedure qualifications and a pre-certification weld test, while wearing respirator PPE and

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years shipboard welding experience.
Ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance and pass background checks.
U.S. citizenship is required.
High school diploma or GED required.
Must travel up to 10% and obtain NAVSEA access credentials.
Must pass Serco welding procedure qualifications within 30 days of starting.
Must supply own tools and pass pre-certification weld test.
Respirator qualification and proper PPE required.
Familiar with NAVSEA standards for electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.
Safety-focused with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Assemble metal components or repair damaged metal using heavy machinery.
Review blueprints and cut metal to shape.
Smooth metal surfaces and finish hardware.
Climb shipyard stairs, lay out cable runs under decking, lift up to 50 pounds with 40 pounds of force.
May train personnel on machinery/tools and test equipment.