Weekend Shift - Nuclear Welder (GTAW, SMAW)

Weekend Shift - Nuclear Welder (GTAW, SMAW)

Position Overview: As an NR Welder, your day-to-day work involves performing a wide range of technical and specialized welding operations after successfully completing a multi-month certification process. You will work with manual, automatic, and robotic welding equipment, producing welds that meet or exceed NAVSEA nuclear quality standards and all prescribed quality control procedures. The job will start with training on day shift for a minimum of three (3) months and then transition to a three (3) day weekend schedule, twelve (12) hour shifts, Friday through Sunday. The pay will be for forty hours, three days per week.

Location: On-site in Mt. Vernon, IN

Your Day to Day as a NR Welder: Perform layouts, read and interpret blueprints/specifications, and set up, align, and level workpieces according to job requirements. Select and use proper wire, flux, weld gauges, and welding machine setting, including wire feed and electrode adjustments. Attach and maintain preheat equipment, verify material identity/characteristics, and install or remove mechanical round-out rings. Prepare and finish weld areas by buffing, grinding, arc-airing defect, and grinding completed weld to drawing requirements.

Required Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent, typically with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to weld at extreme temperatures and in various environments, including elevated platforms, confined spaces, and multiple welding positions (such as lying on the stomach). Provide weld quality that meets NAVSEA nuclear standards and follow all written and verbal instructions. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area; perform minor equipment maintenance and assist maintenance personnel as needed. Accurately complete and maintain all required records and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications: Additional experience with dissimilar metal welding is desired. Experience with X-ray or ultrasonic ‑ tested quality welds, out ‑ of ‑ position or complex welding, heat ‑ treat practices, and familiarity with NDE methods is a plus.

What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans. Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education. An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations. The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy. Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $64,646.40 - $64,646.40