Welder II

Acoustical Sheetmetal Company; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Acoustical Sheetmetal Company in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a full-time welder with experience in MIG, TIG, and other welding processes. You will set up layouts, weld components, inspect welds, and ensure compliance with blueprints while maintaining equipment and upholding safety standards.

The role emphasizes quality workmanship, timely performance, and teamwork in a fast-paced fabrication environment. A high school diploma and welding training are preferred, with certification valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; MIG welding certification preferred.
• Experience with welding in industrial settings or fabrication shops.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and use measurement tools.
• Safety-conscious with strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding using MIG, TIG, wire welder, spot welder, or oxy/acetylene torch.
• Inspect welds and rework as necessary to meet specs.
• Set up and lay out work using handling equipment or hand layouts.
• Maintain welding equipment; change wire and gas as needed.
• Ensure safe operation and timely completion of welding tasks.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High School or Equivalent

MIG Welding Certification Preferred

Vocational Welding Education a Plus

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Spot welding

Oxy/Acetylene torch

Job description

Acoustical Sheetmetal Company Virginia Beach , VA

Full Time

Description

• Perform welding duties using MIG, TIG, Wire Welder, Spot Welder and/or oxy/acetylene torch.
• Clean and dress welds as required
• Set up and lay out work using material handling equipment or hand layouts to fabricate or rework finished products.
• Manual set up of hand held sanders, grinders, wire wheels or other finishing hand held tools.
• Welding I-Beam, Frame and Fuel Tanks in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
• Clamp, hold, tack weld, drill, mill, tap, cut and/or bolt together components to obtain required configuration and positions for complete welding process.
• Inspect products, equipment and tools for defect and malfunction.
• Create quality welds according to blue prints/specifications.
• Inspect all welds and re-work as necessary.
• Change wire and gas on weld machine as necessary.
• Ensure equipment properly set up and used in a safe manner during welding process.
• Maintain welding equipment and machines, inspect regularly and request maintenance as needed.
• Assist/participate in fuel tank pressure testing as required and rework as necessary.
• Perform work to timely standard and quality expectations.
• Account for time and work completed through means of weekly timesheets.
• Report and document basic material, production, quality or safety issues to direct supervisor or management.

Requirements

Competency Requirements

• Flexible and responsive with strong teamwork orientation
• Willingness to cross-train and perform other job tasks in addition to primary assigned position
• Knowledge in use of basic hand tools
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement
• Safety conscious behavior
• Ability to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail and demonstrate problem-solving skills

Qualification/Experience Requirements

• Experience may vary depending on skill level assessment
• Skill in the use and care of equipment and tools
• Basic mathematical skills and knowledge in use of measurement tools

Required Education/Training

• High School or Equivalent
• MIG Welding Certification Preferred
• Vocational/Prior Welding Education a Plus