Welder II, III

Prism Maritime•Chesapeake, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Welder 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 sub-assemblies 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.

Requirements

HS diploma or GED may be required depending on varying contract stipulations
Apprenticeship with two years, or applicable trade school with three years, or four years related experience (Level II)
Apprenticeship or applicable trade school with six years practical experience, or 8 years related experience (Level III)
Certificate documentation required for listed education
Fire watch certification
Certification documentation in areas of expertise (SMAW, GMAW, TIG ETC) (Level III)
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Clearance up to Secret level may be required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform supervisory duties (Level II)
Responsible for training / oversight of junior personnel (Level III)
Possess the ability to perform supervisory duties (Level III)

Responsibilities

Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part 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
May provide training / oversight of junior personnel
May require the ability to perform supervisory duties
Perform any other assignments or tasks as needed or requested by management to assist in accomplishing the organization’s mission, objectives and goals.