Shipyard Pipe Welder

Gulf Marine Repair; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Marine Repair is seeking a Pipe Welder to perform welding and repairs on vessels. Candidates must have at least 2 years of welding experience, preferably in a shipyard. The role involves working outdoors in various conditions and requires a high school diploma. Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow safety regulations are essential.

Benefits

Two medical plans

Two dental plans

Vision plan

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Company provided life insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

401(K) plan with company match

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of pipe welding experience.
• Shipyard experience preferred.
• Tools are not provided by the employer.

Responsibilities

• Welding in and out of position on various pipe configurations using SMAW and FCAW.
• Repair valves and various equipment aboard vessels.
• Work closely with supervisors and pipe fitters.

Skills

Conflict management

Leadership

Teambuilding

Time management

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Decision making

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

PIPE WELDER

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Welding in and out of position on various pipe configurations using SMAW and FCAW welding processes.
• Work closely with supervisors and pipe fitters to provide solutions to design deficiencies, system breakdowns, equipment malfunctions and other repair situations.
• Tear down/repair/repack/reassemble valves in place.
• Assess and repair reach-rods, deck actuators, valve handles, valve bodies and bonnets.
• Repair sanitary systems aboard vessels.
• Work with systems aboard vessels for fresh/potable water.
• Work with engine cooling systems.
• Repair or renew various other pieces of equipment as warranted.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Successfully pass a 6GR Pipe Welding Test using SMAW and FCAW.
• Stainless Steel 6GR Pipe Welding Test will be SMAW.
• Follows ABS / USCG pipe welding and fitting requirements
• Assist in all types of valve, reach rod, heat exchanger or other miscellaneous mechanical work
• Will work independently with minimal supervision
• Conflict management, leadership, teambuilding and time management skills will be used
• Attention to detail, organizational, problem solving, analytical, critical thinking and decision making skills will be used

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Two (2) years of pipe welding experience
• Must have tools; employer does not provide tools
• Shipyard Experience is preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Outdoors. Work in confined spaces, in the elements, aboard shipyard vessels, in the shop, and travel outside the facilities to other local ports in the area via company truck.

HOURS:

40+ hours per week.

Gulf Marine Repair is an EOE/M/F/Vet/ Disability

E-Verify and Drug-Free Workplace

LOCAL CANDIDATES PREFERRED, as relocation expenses are NOT covered.

Benefits

• Two medical plans
• Two dental plans
• Vision plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance plans
• Company provided life insurance
• Employee elected supplemental life insurance for employees and family
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Work-site Benefits
• 401(K) plan with company match