Welder I

KEEL; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense and space manufacturing is seeking a Welder I to join their team. The role involves welding various assemblies for submarines and aircraft carriers, ensuring compliance with NAVSEA and AWS specifications. Candidates should have a high school diploma, completion of a welding program, and the ability to read welding symbols. This full-time position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of 7 weld tests required.
• Completion of Pegasus Welder Workmanship Training (WWT) within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Weld proficiently in all positions with minimal defects.
• Determine correct equipment and method based on requirements.
• Comply with safety requirements in a hazardous environment.

Skills

Welding

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited trade school welding program

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Description

Welding of various pre-fitted assemblies for submarines, aircraft carriers, and associated fixtures, in accordance with NAVSEA and/or AWS D1.1 specifications.

• Weld proficiently in all positions with minimal defects.
• Determine the correct equipment to use and method based on the requirements.
• Basic welding machine setup and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols.
• Basic knowledge of grinding, gouging, and weld repair.
• Ability to always stay focused and on-task.
• Complete jobs within budget and timeline.
• Accept constructive criticism, apply lessons learned, and consistently show improvement in all areas.
• Familiar and complies with all safety requirements and protocols for working in a hazardous environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Welding of various pre-fitted assemblies for submarines, aircraft carriers, and associated fixtures, in accordance with NAVSEA and/or AWS D1.1 specifications.

• Weld proficiently in all positions with minimal defects.
• Determine the correct equipment to use and method based on the requirements.
• Basic welding machine setup and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols.
• Basic knowledge of grinding, gouging, and weld repair.
• Ability to always stay focused and on-task.
• Complete jobs within budget and timeline.
• Accept constructive criticism, apply lessons learned, and consistently show improvement in all areas.
• Familiar and complies with all safety requirements and protocols for working in a hazardous environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

• Successful completion of 7 weld tests: FCAW (2G, 3G, and 4G); GWAW-Pulsed (2G, 3G, and 4G); GMAW-Spray (2G).
• Successful completion of Pegasus Welder Workmanship Training (WWT).
• Successful completion of Pegasus Welder I Performance Qualification Standards within 90 days of hire.
  
  

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED. Successful completion of an accredited trade school welding program or equivalent; or 2-years demonstrated practical AWS D1.1 welding experience; or a comparable combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Welding Certification from an accredited welding training program or technical program preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk, occasionally stoop, kneel and/or climb; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Ability to identify colors and make fine visual discrimination; ability to make fine judgment of texture. Ability to remember verbal and written instructions over a period of a few minutes to several days.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Exposure is frequent to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles - eye protection is required, and fumes, machine vibration, and noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional to a restricted space work area.

EEO STATEMENT

Keel provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, status as a protected veteran or spouse thereof, height, weight, marital or familial status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Keel complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which Keel has facilities.

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Keel will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, recruitment advertising, hiring, job assignment, promotion, demotion, discipline, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, or rates of pay, benefits, and selection for training. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by Keel where appropriate.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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