Welder I, II, III

Position Title: Welder I, II, III Work Location: Chesapeake, VA FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-exempt

REQ#26_06046E

Summary of duties: 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, band-saw, 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. 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 Might be responsible for training/oversight of junior personnel Might be required to perform supervisory duties May act as structural team leader where skills are prevalent and required 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. Education / Specialized Training Level I: 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 Certificate documentation required for listed education Fire watch certification Level II: 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 Certificate documentation required for listed education Fire watch certification Level III: HS diploma or GED may be required depending on varying contract stipulations Apprenticeship or applicable trade school with six years practical experience, or 8 years related experience Certificate documentation required for listed education Certification documentation in areas of expertise (SMAW, GMAW, TIG ETC) Fire watch certification Security Clearance US Citizenship required Clearance up to Secret level may be required. Physical/Environmental Job Requirements Lifting/moving up to and including 50 pounds Routinely climbing several flights of stairs Standing for long periods of time Performing tasks in confined spaces EEO Statement Prism Maritime is an EEO/AA employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Prism Maritime, LLC