Advanced Pipe Welder

Austal USA•Mobile, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability desired. The individual must have working knowledge of procedures, strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow directions. The individual must possess experience in the trade and knowledge of ship terminology. The individual must demonstrate ability to interpret job specifications and perform work on marine vessels. Must be able to follow directions and work with limited supervision. Also, must be willing to develop other team members’ skill level.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of accumulated experience as an A Class Pipe Welder at Austal USA or similar demonstrating proficiency in the following: Demonstrates continuous proficiency and throughput on all assigned tasks
Must pass and maintain the following Submarine Certifications:
4F SW Carbon
4F SW Inconel
5F SW Carbon
6G SW Carbon
6G SW Inconel
ERS Certification
Muss pass and maintain one of the following Submarine Certifications:
GTAW-Structural Stick SMA-Structural
GTAW-Chromium Allow
GTAW - Aluminum
OJT EB Training
Contramatic Ball Valve
Must have demonstrated a high level of pride in workmanship
Ability to take direction and follow instructions
Good mechanical aptitude with ability to produce consistent quality
Ability to inspect and correct basic weld pick-up without supervision
Willingness to repair another welder’s work
Good listening and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills
Excellent hand-eye coordination; good spatial orientation
Ability to consistently meet production deadlines
Ability to read and interpret and work from construction drawings, job specifications, instruction manuals, manufacturer’s handbooks, change orders and contract specifications to obtain weld sizing information and material edge preparation requirements
Ability and willingness to work with and to teach less-skilled workers
Ability to work shifts or overtime as required, must be flexible
Must keep occurrences at 4 or below
Ability to wear required PPE
18 years of age or older at time of application
Able to provide proof of US Person Status
No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
Willing to submit to a drug screen
Willing to submit to and pass background check
High School Diploma/GED or comparable trade experience with comparable trade experience defined as five (5) or more years of experience working in the applicable trade, two (2) years of experience in shipbuilding, or education in the trade comparable to apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

Ensure preheat and interpass temperatures are maintained and the correct temp sticks are on the job site.
Know the maximum allowed heat input and the importance of calculating heat input correctly.
Identifying defects in open butt welds including root pass, filler and cap
Ensures all welding wire and gas tags are returned to the tool room at the end of each work shift
Accountable for completion of daily work assignments including the completion and signatures for work completion and quality
Performing out of position welding for long durations
Understanding and following weld sequencing minimize weld distortion and 100% conformant
Welding continuous seams IWO frames and structure while maintaining quantity of open uninterrupted welding
Welding high quality and quantity for all positions without assistance
Welding with mirror while maintaining first time quality
Welding critical internal hull connections with first time quality while maintaining quantity of open uninterrupted welding
Proficiently performs to Austal USA construction guidelines and requirements as it relates to all required MDD’s for welding of different piping systems joints and structural related joints
Proficiently performs 1st time quality work on all types of fillet and groove welds for pipe and structure
Successfully welding all plate thickness with first time quality, regardless of position, joint type or configuration
Demonstrating continuous proficiency and throughput on all assigned tasks
Instructing and mentoring less-skilled welders, as assigned
Working with a sense of urgency, efficiency and productive output
Maintaining safe work practices and adheres to safety policies and procedures
Ensuring correct construction procedures are adhered to in compliance with Austal USA standards and project specifications
Maintain housekeeping, keep worksite free of rubbish, keep materials and equipment stowed in an orderly manner
Keeping waste of consumables and material to an absolute minimum
Accountable for completion of daily work assignments including the completion and signatures for work completion and quality
Assists Welders, Fitters, Apprentices, and Trades Assistants with daily tasks as directed
Assists or work with other trades or Austal USA employees as directed (May be assigned tasks outside craft as required)
Must comply with the Austal USA’s “Equal Opportunity and Anti-Harassment Policy” which expects that all relationships among persons in the workplace will be professional and free of bias, prejudice, and harassment
Must comply with the Austal USA’s Employee Handbook