Welder II (Job ID: 4176)

Valkyrie • Norfolk, VA

20h • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Valkyrie Enterprises is looking for a Welder II to play a key role in welding on Naval Ships. The job is located in Norfolk, Virginia.

Requirements

• Highschool diploma or GED
• At least 5 years of experience in the field
• Must pass weld qualifications (2G, 3G, & 4G) SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), Process GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) process.
• Must meet NAVSEA 248 requirements by passing MIL-STD 1689 T9074-AR-GIB-010-278 Weld Workmanship requirements.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Must meet REAL ID requirements for base and travel access.

Nice To Haves

• Previous welding certification and experience with GMAW Aluminum and SMAW, preferred.
• Previous brazing experience preferred.
• Previous TIG experience preferred.
• Previous FCAW experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and rough sketches.
• Use drawings and specifications to plan welding operations.
• Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes and standards.
• Understand and interpret welding symbols IAW MIL-STD 22D.
• Provide a variety of skilled welding on steel and aluminum plate, shapes, and CS/CuNi/NiCu/SS pipe in the repair of/or alteration of vessels and associated equipment.
• Locate and mark reference lines, such as center, buttock, and frame lines.
• Fabricate templates for bending, shaping, and bracing metal structures.
• Set-up and use of portable burning/heating torches and plasma cutters.
• Work well with others in a team environment.
• Mentor junior welders in drawing interpretation, joint design requirements, specific welding technique (mirror welding) and processes.
• Oversee the progression of junior welder workmanship inspectors.
• Learn documentation of fit-up, welds and workmanship inspections.
• Comply with all OSHA, shipyard safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• May be required to travel to jobsites away from Shipyard and utilize company vehicle.
• May be required to work more than the standard work week, including weekends.
• Perform Fire watch duties.

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision options
• company paid life and disability insurances
• 401(k) with match
• education reimbursement
• company paid holidays
• paid time off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

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