Structural Welder J-1 (HandyMan)

General Dynamics; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in shipbuilding and repair is seeking a Structural Welder J-1 (Handyman) in Norfolk, Virginia. The role involves proficiency in various welding processes and requires a High School Diploma/GED along with shipbuilding experience. Join a team that values skill and quality in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of shipbuilding/ship repair experience required.
• Knowledge of welding on HY-80 & HY-100 base metals.
• Ability to weld steel, aluminum, copper nickel, and stainless steel.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW welding processes.
• Ability to read weld gauges and use hand tools.
• Follow quality standards in welding tasks.

Skills

SMAW

GMAW

FCAW

Welding on HY-80 & HY-100

Reading weld gauges

Using hand tools

Following quality standards

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Join to apply for the Structural Welder J-1 (HandyMan) role at General Dynamics.

General Dynamics NASSCO, part of the General Dynamics Marine Systems, specializes in ship construction, repair, conversion, and maintenance for commercial and defense assets. We invite you to explore our open positions and become part of our team.

We have an exciting opportunity in Norfolk, Virginia, in our Welding department for a Structural Welder J-1 (Handyman). The work schedule is from 0600 to 1445 with a 45-minute lunch break.

Shift: All shifts

Security Clearance: No clearance required

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE: The Structural Welder should be proficient in SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW welding processes.

POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training):

High School Diploma/GED plus 2 years of shipbuilding/ship repair experience.

POSITION DEMANDS (Required Experience):

JOURNEYPERSON 4 (Welder): Knowledge of welding on HY-80 & HY-100 base metals, proficiency in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and ability to weld steel, aluminum, copper nickel, and stainless steel. Ability to read weld gauges, use hand tools, and follow quality standards.

JOURNEYPERSON 3 (Welder): Similar welding skills as Journeyperson 4, with additional pipe welding and torch hookup abilities.

JOURNEYPERSON 2 (Welder): Capable of welding with SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and reading gauges, with supervision.

JOURNEYPERSON 1 (Welder): Basic welding skills, torch hookup, gauge reading, and knowledge of weld symbols, with close supervision.

Physical and Visual Requirements

Includes walking, pulling, crawling, kneeling, standing, and visual acuity.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For accommodation requests, contact our Human Resources at [phone].