Structural Welder

Structural Welder (Pulse Arc)

Compensation: $45 and $140 in per diem

Job Located in VA or SC (Single-site)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Structural Welder with expertise in pulse arc welding. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in naval shipyard environments, utilizing various welding techniques including MIG, flux-core, and pulse arc welding.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the building of aircraft carriers and submarines
• Perform multi-pass, all position fillet and butt welds using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P processes.
• Work in physically demanding environments such as shipboard and sub-assemblies, climbing ladders and staging.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations in the shipbuilding industry.
• Conduct Air Carbon Arc Gouging and ensure proficiency in using fillet and butt weld gauges.
• Pass all position, multi-pass butt weld qualification tests according to MIL-STD-248D standards.

Pay/Benefits

• $45/hr
• $140 per diem
• Paid weekly
• Full benefits package

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.

Pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.