Welder

iPS Powerful People (B Corp™); United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

iPS Powerful People is seeking an onboard Welder to fabricate and repair critical steel structures, piping, and handrails on our vessels. You will ensure weld quality to maintain structural integrity during heavy seas and coordinate with the Chief Engineer on engine room repairs.

The role offers ongoing offshore training and clear pathways for certification to advance your maritime career aboard our global fleet.

Qualifications

• Experience in fabricating and repairing structural steel and piping for maritime environments.
• Knowledge of marine safety and class requirements.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and repair structural steel, piping, and handrails onboard.
• Inspect welds and components to meet marine safety standards.
• Collaborate with Chief Engineer to troubleshoot machinery and support deck operations.
• Support certification pathways and on-board training for offshore qualifications.

Skills

Welding

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Arc welding

Job description

Short Description

Ready to make your mark at sea? As a skilled Welder, you'll fabricate and repair vital steel structures onboard, keeping operations running safely. Your expert welds ensure structural integrity through heavy seas.

Function Description

• Welding onboard requires a skilled Welder to maintain our vessel's structural integrity while navigating rough seas.
• Every single day, our expert Welder tackles critical pipe repairs and deck reinforcement in the engine room and on deck.
• Leading maritime projects alongside our dynamic deck and engineering crew makes you a vital part of the team.
• Develop your career further through specialized offshore certifications and clear promotion pathways on board.
• Impact vessel safety directly by ensuring all high-pressure systems and hull joints withstand extreme ocean conditions.
• Navigate exciting new professional horizons as a trusted shipboard Welder with our global fleet.

Requirements

As a dedicated maritime Welder, you keep our fleet strong, safe, and fully operational across the oceans. Ready to dive into your daily tasks on board?

• Fabricating and repairing structural steel, piping, and handrails using MIG, TIG, and arc welding techniques.
• Inspecting welds and metallic components to meet strict marine safety and class requirements.
• Securing deck equipment and preparing the vessel for heavy-weather sailing.
• Collaborating directly with the Chief Engineer as our onboard Welder to troubleshoot machinery breakdowns.
• Expanding your expertise through continuous onboard training and advanced offshore certification pathways.

Bring your craftsmanship on board and discover great opportunities to grow your career with us!

Ready to drop anchor? If this isn’t the opportunity you’re looking for, please take a look at our other welder vacancies below: https://ipspowerfulpeople.com/vacancies/