Welder Journeyperson at Shipyard Staffing LLC Norfolk, VA

Shipyard Staffing LLC; Norfolk (VA); Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay or salary range

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses for qualified candidates

OSHA training and certification

Zusammenfassung

Shipyard Staffing LLC is hiring a Structural Welder in Norfolk, Virginia. The role involves repairing and modernizing marine vessels, including military and commercial ships. Candidates need 2-5 years of experience and must pass the Structural Weld Test.

Responsibilities include performing various welding tasks, guiding helpers, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Benefits include competitive pay, medical coverage, and 401(k) retirement plans.

Qualifikationen

• 2–5 years of experience as a Structural Welder with knowledge of welding techniques.
• Ability to certify in SMAW, GTAW, and FCAW.
• Physically capable of adhering to OSHA safety standards.

Aufgaben

• Pass the Structural Weld Test and weld various metals.
• Perform welding for military and commercial ships.
• Provide guidance to assigned helpers during welding tasks.

Kenntnisse

SMAW

FCAW

GMAW

Basic math skills

Tools

Welding equipment

Portable power tools

Hand tools

Jobbeschreibung

Welder Journeyperson job at Shipyard Staffing LLC. Norfolk, VA.

Now Hiring: Structural Welders

Location: Norfolk, Virginia

Company: Shipyard Staffing / NSC Staffing

NSC Staffing is seeking a Structural Welder with 2–5 years of experience for an exciting project in Norfolk, Virginia. This opportunity involves repairing and modernizing marine vessels, including U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, and commercial ships.

Position Overview

As a Structural Welder, you will perform welding on various metals on ships or in shops, support mechanical repairs, and lead assigned helpers. Candidates must pass the Structural Weld test (Stick and Flux Core) and be knowledgeable in welding techniques, ship repair terminology, and ship compartment naming conventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Pass the Structural Weld Test (Stick and Flux Core) and work on welding pipes of various metals.
• Perform welding for ship repair and modernization projects on marine vessels, including military and commercial ships.
• Provide guidance to assigned helpers during welding tasks.
• Write Condition Reports, including detailed findings and recommended corrective actions.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and Navy/MSC/ABS standards.
• Safely operate and maintain welding equipment, portable power tools, and hand tools.
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA standards and wear proper PPE, including hard hats, respirators, safety harnesses, and flotation gear as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2–5 years of experience as a Structural Welder, with specific knowledge of SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW welding techniques.
• Ability to certify in the following:
  • SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
  • GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding)
  • FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) or Silver Brazing
• Knowledge of P-3 joint with a permanent backing ring and P-14 socket weld joint.
• Understanding of ship repair terminology and ability to interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Physically capable of wearing all required PPE and adhering to OSHA safety standards.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and familiarity with U.S. standard and metric measurement systems.

Work Environment

You will work in shipyards, aboard vessels, or industrial settings where attention to detail, quality work, and adherence to safety protocols are essential. Projects will involve hands‑on welding and supervision of helpers, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to high standards.

Benefits of Joining NSC Staffing

• Competitive pay or salary range
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Direct deposit or Global Cash Card option.
• Long‑term job opportunities.
• Referral bonuses for qualified candidates.
• OSHA training and certification.

NSC Technologies is a drug‑free workplace and an equal‑opportunity employer (EOE AA/M/F/V/D).