Job Description
About the Role: The Welder C performs entry to intermediate-level welding, cutting, and fabrication work on steel structures, tugboats, and barges within a shipyard environment. This position is ideal for welders with 1-3 years of experience who can work under the direction of a foreman or senior welder while demonstrating growing independence and leadership. The Welder C performs assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and with attention to detail, occasionally providing basic supervision or assistance to less experienced personnel.
Key Responsibilities: - Perform welding, cutting, and fitting work on marine vessels including tugboats, barges, and floating equipment under limited supervision.
- Utilize SMAW (stick) and FCAW (flux-core) welding processes; basic familiarity with GMAW (MIG) preferred.
- Assist in fitting and fabrication of steel components following blueprints, templates, and verbal instructions.
- Prepare work areas and materials by grinding, beveling, and cleaning prior to welding.
- Perform welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as directed.
- Conduct basic inspections of welds for defects or irregularities and make necessary corrections.
- Maintain tools and welding equipment in safe working condition and report any maintenance needs promptly.
- Work closely with fitters, fabricators, and lead welders to complete assigned projects safely and efficiently.
- Adhere to company and OSHA safety policies, ensuring proper use of PPE and safe work practices at all times.
- Support senior welders and foremen in maintaining productivity and meeting project deadlines.
Qualifications: - 1-3 years of welding experience, preferably in a shipyard, industrial, or marine environment.
- Proficient in SMAW and FCAW welding; basic knowledge of GMAW (MIG) a plus.
- Ability to read and follow simple blueprints, sketches, and welding symbols.
- Capable of passing company-administered weld tests.
- Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and ability to follow instructions precisely.
- Demonstrates initiative and reliability with growing ability to work independently.
- Basic leadership or supervisory capability with the ability to assist less experienced team members.
- Familiarity with safe work practices, confined space procedures, and shipyard operations preferred.
Work Environment: - Shipyard setting with exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, heat, and heavy equipment operations.
- Work may involve confined spaces, elevated platforms, and tight working quarters aboard vessels or in dry docks.
- Must be able to wear required PPE including welding hood, respirator, gloves, and protective clothing.
Physical Requirements: - Must be able to stand, crouch, climb, and bend for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted.
- Comfortable working in physically demanding environments such as confined spaces or high elevations.
- Must maintain sufficient vision and hand-eye coordination to perform precision welding tasks safely and effectively.
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