Shipyard Structural Welder #3727339-182262

Gulf Marine Repair Corporation; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in shipbuilding is seeking a Shipyard Structural Welder in Tampa, FL. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of shipyard welding experience and must pass various welding tests. This full-time position requires proficiency in FCAW and SMAW welding processes. Join a dedicated team focused on quality and safety in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of shipyard welding experience required.

Responsibilities

• Must pass all three positions - Vertical, Horizontal, and Overhead - flux core and stick.
• Complete an open-root weld test on a 3/8" plate.

Skills

FCAW Welding Process

SMAW Welding Process

Arc Gouging

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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• Must pass all three (3) positions - Vertical, Horizontal, and Overhead - flux core and stick
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card

Reference #: 3727339-182262

Must Have The Following To Apply

• MINIMUM of three years of SHIPYARD WELDING experience - REQUIRED

Preferred

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Skills

• FCAW Welding Process
• SMAW Welding Process
• Arc Gouging

Required Screenings

Drug Testing/Screening

Job Description

OPEN ROOT TEST

• Must pass all three (3) positions - Vertical, Horizontal, and Overhead - flux core and stick
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card

Required to complete an open-root weld test on a 3/8" plate with a 1/8" gap for both SMAW (1/8" 7018 rods) and FCAW (flux-core) processes. Examples of acceptable welds are provided. Instructions are outlined below.

Equipment needed: Chipping Hammer, Gloves, Grinder, Hood, Safety Glasses, Steel-toed Boots, Welding Stinger, Wire Brush, Wire Pliers. Non-flammable upper body attire is required.

Step 1:

• Prepare coupons by wire wheeling rust or mill scale; no grinding required. Set up coupons in jig with a 1/8" gap. Tack weld backing tabs onto each end.

Step 2:

• Apply weldment to backing tabs on the backside to prevent separation. Place four tack welds per coupon in specified areas.

Step 3:

• Mount coupons to test jig. Do not tack using jig's nut and bolt. Administer tests one at a time in different positions. Do not remove coupons until instructed.

Step 4:

• Begin test, run root pass, and stop for inspection. Maintain a continuous weld puddle without whipping or popping the gun. Failures due to whipping or popping will result in test failure.

Step 5:

• Complete filler and cap passes, leaving a 1/16" tolerance. Notify administrator when finished.

Step 6:

• Back-gouge test plates, then remount and inspect. Passing is mandatory.

Step 7:

• Clean slag, remount coupons, and prepare for final inspection.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Shipbuilding

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