A Class Pipe Welder (Submarines)

Austal•Mobile, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves working within a team of Pipe Fitters and welders to achieve maximum production in minimum time, while adhering to standards and quality in keeping with company policies and maintaining a positive team environment. The individual must have a working knowledge of procedures, strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to follow directions, experience in the trade, and knowledge of ship terminology. The role requires the ability to interpret job specifications, perform work on marine vessels, work with limited supervision, and develop other team members' skills.

Requirements

1 year minimum work experience as a B-class pipe welder at Austal or 2 years experience in similar role at comparative employer.
Ability to pass “A Class” skills validation test to demonstrate welding ability for restricted open root welds.
Ability to successfully complete onboarding procedures in preparation to pass 6GR weld qualification test requirements for copper nickel, carbon steel and stainless steel to meet contract requirements for A Class welding on the vessel.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and measure using the metric system.
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems that may arise in certain situations.
Must have full set of personal tools.
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 a background check.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of procedures.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Ability to follow directions.
Experience in the trade.
Knowledge of ship terminology.
Demonstrate ability to interpret job specifications and perform work on marine vessels.
Must be able to follow directions and work with limited supervision.
Willing to develop other team members’ skill level.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret basic drawings and weld symbols.
Pass weld test for all Austal USA weld procedures in the 6GR position.
Pass Austal USA TIG weld test procedure for aluminum pipe.
Work to Austal housekeeping procedure.
Inspection of work, identification of potential problems, initiation of corrective actions.
Increase awareness of Quality procedures within department.
Perform as a productive working team member that meets daily goals set by the supervisor.
Continuously improve communications and flexibility within the team.
Help build the team environment.
Build pride of workmanship and quality through on job training.
Contribute towards innovation / productivity improvements.
Assist in the control of waste elimination, e.g. materials, consumables etc.
Assist supervisor to maintain control of department equipment and its maintenance.
Must have full set of personal tools.
Work towards the team goal of delivering the vessel on time.
Always be ready to start shift on time.
Follow Austal guidelines and procedures.
Do not leave job early or return late from break times.
Ensure work area is left clean, all equipment and tools are stowed away safely and protected against damage.
Must be available to work overtime to support company needs.