Welder I

Prism Maritime • Chesapeake, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Welder I, under supervision, applies appropriate welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other weldable materials for production. Lays out and marks position pieces on parts or subassemblies using rule, square, scribe or templates. Fits by hand or position pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides, and steps using measuring instruments and / or hand tools. May perform fitting, welding, and silver brazing on shipboard piping systems on all types of metals. Must possess knowledge and experience in the set up and operation of machines and tools to include: mig welder, tig welder, plasma arc cutter, gas cutter, carbon arc cutter, bandsaw, drill press etc. to cut and weld parts to specifications. Uses hand tools such as grinders, needle guns, clamps, fixtures, calipers, scribes, combination squares etc. Basic knowledge of weld theory to include the following processes: SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and / or Silver Brazing. Some basic knowledge of ferrous / non- ferrous metals and the ability to read / interpret blueprints required. May be assigned the duties and responsibilities of other positions for which qualifications are met. Periodically required to lift/move equipment up to and including 50 pounds.
Specific description of duties –
Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part, with supervision, to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements
Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications
Fits and assembles parts into complete assemblies
Verifies dimensions and alignment of assemblies
Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
Welds foundations, brackets, studs, platforms, piping, and other items to support on-site installations
Maintains cleanliness of the work area
Overtime is routinely required but not guaranteed
Travel outside the local area may be required
Perform any other assignments or tasks as needed or requested by management to assist in accomplishing the organization’s mission, objectives and goals.

Requirements

• HS diploma or GED may be required depending on varying contract stipulations
• Apprenticeship or Welding trade school with six months practical experience or one year of practical relatable experience
• US Citizenship required
• Clearance up to secret level may be required.
• Certificate documentation required for listed education
• Fire watch certification
• Lifting/moving up to and including 50 pounds
• Routinely climbing several flights of stairs
• Performing tasks in confined spaces

Responsibilities

• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part, with supervision, to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications
• Fits and assembles parts into complete assemblies
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of assemblies
• Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Welds foundations, brackets, studs, platforms, piping, and other items to support on-site installations
• Maintains cleanliness of the work area
• Perform any other assignments or tasks as needed or requested by management to assist in accomplishing the organization’s mission, objectives and goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED