Welder (New Construction)

General Dynamics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 46,507 - 51,122; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

General Dynamics in San Diego, California, is looking for a skilled welder to weld shell plating and fabricated components for various structures. The position requires experience with gas shielded FCAW welding processes and the ability to work in heights and confined spaces.

Expect competitive hourly pay ($33.76 - $37.11), comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, retirement plan, and paid time off. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to safety and detail.

Qualifications

• Previous experience or training is required.
• Must comprehend written and verbal instructions in English.
• Must be able to qualify in two FCAW welding processes.

Responsibilities

• Welds shell plating and various components according to specifications.
• Uses tools to cut, shape, and groove metal.
• Cleans weld area and prepares workplace for welding.

Skills

Gas shielded FCAW welding processes

Knowledge of welding characteristics

Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces

Comprehension of written and verbal instructions in English

Tools

Welding machinery

Hand tools

High reach equipment

Semi auto equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Welds shell plating, fabricated cast or forged components according to specifications for vessels, tanks or other structural assemblies. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

Job Posting End Date Until Filled

Shift ALL

Security Clearance No Clearance

Qualifications Standards

Previous experience or training is required. Must be able to qualify in two gas shielded FCAW welding processes 71T-1 and 811N3 in the three positions. Knowledge of welding characteristics of metal. Must be able to work at heights, confined spaces, and any assigned shift. Must comprehend written and verbal instructions (in English). Must be able to hear warning signals, read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings.

Essential Job Tasks

• Welds parts in position for fabrication of vessels, tanks or other structural assemblies.
• Uses carbon electrodes to cut, shape and groove metal.
• May prepare workplace for welding by cleaning and/or preheating.
• Examines weld sizes of weld beads.
• Cleans weld area; sweeps and removes scrap.
• Other job duties as may be assigned relevant to the trade.

Materials, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids

Welding machinery, hand tools, high reach equipment and semi auto equipment. Personal protective equipment required.

Physical/Mental Involvement

Frequent to continuous lifting of welding equipment. Standing, balancing, walking, climbing ladders or equipment, reaching above shoulder or out in front, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, seeing, hearing and occasionally lowering self into confined spaces, crawling through small openings and working in reclined positions, as needed. Works in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships. Hearing warning signals and reading and comprehending safety instructions. Must be able to maintain general safety awareness and avoid hazards commonly present in employee’s work area.

Marginal Job Tasks

General housekeeping in work areas. May be required to attend safety, quality and/or process improvement meetings.

Environmental Factors

Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, gases, various climates and temperatures, and low ventilation conditions, all of which can cause discomfort and/or respiratory difficulties. Exposure to constantly moving machines and mechanical parts and high levels of constant noise.

Pay Scale $33.76 - $37.11

Paid hourly rate $33.76 to $37.11. General Dynamics NASSCO provides medical and dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services.

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