Structural Welder – Pulse Arc

Hutco, Inc.; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Short-term disability

Hotel accommodations (loan)

Job summary

Hutco, Inc. is actively seeking experienced Structural Welders – Pulse Arc for long-term shipbuilding work in Newport News, Virginia. Qualified candidates must have extensive structural welding experience in a naval shipyard and be proficient in multi-pass welding processes.

Wage is $45.00 per hour with per diem for those who qualify; must be test-ready and able to pass weld qualification tests and visual inspections. This is full-time, on-site work with all shifts available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of structural welding experience at Newport News Shipbuilding or naval shipyards.
• Proficient with SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GMAW-P/Pulse Arc welding processes.
• Proficient in welding in multiple positions (2G, 3G, 4G).
• Experience using fillet and butt weld gauges.
• Experience performing air carbon arc gouging.
• Able to pass weld qualification tests and weld inspection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform all-position structural fillet and butt-welding using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P (Pulse Arc).
• Perform welds in 2G, 3G, and 4G positions using applicable welding processes.
• Perform multi-pass structural welds to shipbuilding specifications.
• Use fillet and butt weld gauges to verify welds.
• Operate oxygen/propane heating torches.
• Prepare weld joints and surfaces for structural welding operations.
• Weld in shipboard and industrial environments.
• Work safely in confined spaces, at heights, on staging, and in shipyard environments.
• Follow OSHA requirements and Newport News Shipbuilding safety procedures.

Skills

Pulse Arc welding

SMAW

GMAW

FCAW

GMAW-P

2G/3G/4G welding

fillet/butt gauges

air carbon arc gouging

weld qualification testing

shipyard welding safety

Tools

Pulse Arc welding equipment

weld gauges

oxygen/propane torches

Job description

Position: Structural Welder – Pulse Arc
Job Location: Newport News, VA
Hutco Branch: Portsmouth
Rate of Pay:$45.00 per hour, plus per diem for those who qualify

Work Schedule: 40 hours per week – All Shifts
Security Clearance: Not Required

DESCRIPTION

Hutco, Inc. is currently seeking experienced Structural Welders – Pulse Arc for long-term shipbuilding work in Newport News, Virginia.

Qualified candidates must have extensive structural welding experience in a naval shipyard environment and be proficient in multi-pass welding processes. Candidates must be prepared to successfully complete all required weld qualification tests without additional training prior to testing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform all-position structural fillet and butt-welding using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P (Pulse Arc).
• Perform welds in 2G, 3G, and 4G positions using applicable welding processes.
• Perform multi-pass structural welds to required shipbuilding specifications.
• Use fillet and butt weld gauges to verify completed welds.
• Operate oxygen/propane heating torches.
• Prepare weld joints and surfaces for structural welding operations.
• Perform structural welding in shipboard and industrial environments.
• Work safely in confined spaces, at heights, on staging, and in other physically demanding shipyard environments.
• Follow applicable OSHA requirements and Newport News Shipbuilding safety procedures.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 4 years of structural welding experience at Newport News Shipbuilding or naval shipyards.
• Must have demonstrated experience with SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GMAW-P/Pulse Arc welding processes.
• Must be proficient performing structural welds in multiple positions, including 2G, 3G, and 4G.
• Must have experience using fillet and butt weld gauges.
• Must have experience performing air carbon arc gouging.
• Must be able to pass required weld qualification testing at the Newport News Welding School.
• Must be able to pass Visual Inspection of Welds Level I requirements.
• Must pass the required Welder Vision Test.
• Candidates must arrive test-ready. No welding training is provided prior to qualification testing.

SAFETY & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must be able to meet applicable shipyard safety, medical, and PPE requirements, including:

• Confined Space Training – OSHA 29 CFR 1915
• Hazard Communication – OSHA requirements applicable to shipyard operations
• Respirator fit testing and medical clearance
• Fall Protection / Body Harness requirements
• Audiometric testing
• Required flame-resistant clothing and welding protection
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, on staging, and in varying environmental conditions

REQUIRED PPE

Required PPE may include:

• White hard hat
• ANSI Z87-compliant safety glasses with side shields
• 8-inch steel-toe safety boots or approved leather footwear with spats
• MSA Comfo Classic respirator
• Flame-resistant coveralls
• Full welding jacket
• Welding shield leather bib

WELD TEST REQUIREMENT

All candidates must successfully pass the required Pulse Arc weld qualification test before assignment.

Candidates should have recent hands-on Pulse Arc/GMAW-P experience and be prepared to test without additional welding instruction.

BENEFITS

A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care.

• Medical / Prescription
• Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability

Hotel accommodations may be advanced for the first two weeks as a loan, where applicable.

Hutco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).