Welder

KBR, Inc; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Welder to join their team in Jacksonville, Florida. This role involves manufacturing, repairing, and modifying various metal components while providing guidance to junior welders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in welding processes and a commitment to safety and quality standards. With a strong focus on career advancement and a supportive work environment, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical projects supporting the U.S. Marine Corps. Join a company that values its people and fosters a culture of growth and collaboration.

Benefits

401K Plan with Company Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedule

Professional Training and Development

Qualifications

• 8 years of directly related work experience in welding.
• Must be certified in GMAW and SMAW welding processes.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures, repairs, and modifies metal parts and structures.
• Provides guidance and training to lower-level welders.

Skills

Welding Processes

Technical Assistance

Safety Standards Compliance

Metal Fabrication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Completion of Welding Apprenticeship

Job description

Title:

Welder

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

Program Summary

The Marine Corps Prepositioning Program (MCPP) is based in Jacksonville, Florida. We provide maintenance and logistic services to the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) in support of this program. For over 35 years we have planned, coordinated, and executed the maintenance and logistic services for ground combat vehicles and support equipment for USMC Expeditionary Forces.

Job Summary

• Manufactures, repairs, modifies, rebuilds, and assembles various types of metal and alloy parts, equipment, systems, and structures, while under minimal supervision.

• Provides technical assistance, guidance, or training to lower-level welders and assists higher level welders.

• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.

• 8 years directly related work experience.

• Completion of a welding apprenticeship.

• Complete the Basic Metal Workers Course, or equivalent.

• In lieu of a formal apprenticeship program, a combination of on-the-job training and experience may be considered.

• Requires a working knowledge of electric gas and other welding processes such as electron beam welding.

• Ability to apply skills in using jigs and fixtures and in clamping pieces together to assemble and set-up parts to be welded.

• Must be certified in GMAW steel and aluminum and SMAW using E7018 in accordance with American Welding Society D1.1 and D1.3.

• Must be capable of wearing respirators.

• Must be able to lift, unaided, 50 pounds.

• Possess a valid State Motor Vehicle Operator.

• Ability to comply with all established methods, safety standards, quality standards, and time schedules applicable to this position.

• U.S. Citizen.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC) and Base Access.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.