Welder Ship Repair
$45,760,000–$72,800,000 year
On-sitePortsmouth, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Read blueprints, layouts, and welding procedures; interpret verbal instructions and mark materials with job numbers. Perform high-quality welds using SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW processes in all positions, including flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead. Prepare metal surfaces by removing contaminants, set up welding equipment, and operate oxy-acetylene torches and air arc gouging tools. Repair cracked components, fabricate new assemblies, and grind joints for Non-Destructive Testing. Clean finished welds and maintain a safe, organized work environment while wearing required PPE. Follow all safety procedures and quality standards. Full-time role at Mills Marine in Newport News, VA, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Required Qualifications
- Experience as a First Class or Second Class Welder
- Experience in ship repair, marine, or industrial environments
- Ability to successfully perform multi-pass fillet and butt welds in all positions using SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW processes
- Working knowledge of oxy-acetylene, electric arc, MIG, TIG, and other welding techniques
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, welding symbols, and templates
- Experience using hand tools and equipment associated with the welding trade
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail
- Commitment to producing quality workmanship
- Reliable attendance
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work in confined spaces and enter manholes when required
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Desired Qualifications
- Technical or vocational welding training
- DBIDS credential
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