Structural Welder

Welder

Join our team as a welder, specializing in structural welding at the dry dock in Newport News Shipyard. This role involves fabricating and assembling metal structures and components based on engineering drawings and specifications. The work schedule is Monday through Friday from 6am to 4pm, with mandatory Saturdays from 6am to 2:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding on the dry dock at Newport News Shipyard.
• Fabricate and assemble metal structures and components according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Operate forklifts to move materials and equipment as necessary.
• Utilize mechanical knowledge for tasks such as rigging, general layout, and plasma cutting.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy.

Essential Skills

• Experience with flux core, stick, pipe, and welding construction.
• Ability to perform stick and flux core structural welding.
• Experience in construction and structure fabrication.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and stick welding.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous fabrication or welding experience is required.
• Must be able to MIG weld effectively for the welder position.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday through Friday from 6am to 4pm, with a mandatory workday on Saturdays from 6am to 2:30pm. The environment requires working with various welding techniques and operating forklifts. The dress code and specific facility conditions are not detailed.

Why Work Here?

This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment where you can utilize your welding skills and gain valuable experience. The position provides a stable schedule and the chance to work on significant projects within the shipyard. Join a team that values safety, quality, and professional growth.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/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 Jun 11, 2026.