Welder – Entry Level

Jobtailor

Pascagoula (MS)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a welder to learn and perform basic SMAW and FCAW welding in a shipyard environment. You will join metal materials supporting ship construction and repair while following safety procedures under guidance from experienced welders.

The role requires a welding training program or certification, 6 months to 1 year of related experience, and the ability to pass military-standard weld tests across 3G, 2G, and 4G positions. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

Welding training program or technical certification required.
6 months to 1 year of welding experience or completion of a skilled trade class in FCAW and SMAW.
Able to pass military-standard weld tests in 3G, 2G, and 4G positions.
Completion of a welding program may substitute for experience.
Able to pass a hands-on skill assessment; weld test is for x-ray quality.
Willingness to learn and develop new welding skills.
U.S. citizenship required.
Must be available to work any shift in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
HS diploma preferred.
Shipbuilding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Learn and perform basic welding processes, including SMAW (stick) and FCAW (wire).
Join metal materials that support ship construction and repair.
Work in a dynamic shipyard environment, including heights, confined spaces, and varying weather.
Follow detailed weld instructions, safety procedures, and guidance from experienced welders.
Support evolving production needs across active shipbuilding programs.
Help build naval vessels for the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard.

Skills

SMAW (Stick) Welding

FCAW (Flux Core) Welding

Welding Certification

Safety & Teamwork

Education

Welding Training Certification

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Learn and perform basic welding processes, including SMAW (stick) and FCAW (wire)
Join metal materials that support ship construction and repair
Work in a dynamic shipyard environment, including heights, confined spaces, varied weather conditions, and multiple shifts
Follow detailed weld instructions, safety procedures, and guidance from experienced welders
Support evolving production needs across active shipbuilding programs
Help build naval vessels for the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard

Requirements

A welding training program or technical certification (required)
Minimum of six months to 1 year of work experience or completion of a skilled trade class in FCAW (Flux Core) and SWAW (Stick) welding
Ability to pass military-standard weld tests in vertical (3G), horizontal (2G), and overhead (4G) positions
Successful completion of a welding technical training certification program may be substituted for the experience requirement
Ability to pass a hands-on skill assessment; the weld test is for x-ray quality
Willingness to learn and develop new welding skills
Comfort working in active industrial environments
Strong commitment to safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork
U.S. citizenship required
Must be available to work any shift in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
High School Diploma or Equivalent is preferred
Previous experience in shipbuilding is preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in SMAW and FCAW welding processes, with the ability to pass military-standard weld tests in various positions. Committed to safety and craftsmanship while working in dynamic shipyard environments.

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