Welder

St. John Shipyard; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Johns Shipbuilding in Palatka, FL is seeking a Welder to contribute to the construction, maintenance, and repair of marine vessels. The role involves performing diverse welding tasks, reading blueprints, and ensuring high-quality workmanship in a shipyard setting.

The ideal candidate has proven welding experience, preferably in maritime contexts, and holds a professional welding certification or equivalent experience. Safety and regulatory compliance are essential in daily welding activities.

Qualifications

• Experienced welder with marine/shipbuilding exposure preferred.
• Certified welding program or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding process specifications.

Responsibilities

• Execute welding tasks according to specifications for different ship components and structures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding process specifications.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet standards and structural requirements.
• Maintain and care for welding equipment and tools, ensuring they are in good working order.
• Uphold all safety and environmental regulations in the welding processes.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Quality workmanship

Safety compliance

Tools

SMAW (Stick Welding)

GMAW (MIG)

GTAW (TIG)

FCAW (Flux-Cored)

Blueprints & Weld Symbols

Job description

Position Summary: St. Johns Shipbuilding is looking for a Welder to join our team of skilled professionals in our Palatka, FL shipyard. The Welder will be responsible for performing various welding activities required for the construction, maintenance, and repair of marine vessels, ensuring the highest quality of workmanship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute welding tasks according to specifications for different ship components and structures.
• Use various welding techniques, including SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW, to join or repair metal parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding process specifications.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet standards and structural requirements.
• Maintain and care for welding equipment and tools, ensuring they are in good working order.
• Uphold all safety and environmental regulations in the welding processes.

Location: Palatka, FL, USA

Job Category: Welder (Marine & Shipbuilding)

Experience Required: A suitable candidate will have a proven track record of welding experience, preferably in the maritime industry. Professional certification from an accredited welding program or equivalent experience is required.