Structural Welder - Pulse Arc

Structural Welder – Pulse ArcHutco, Inc. is currently seeking experienced Structural Welders – Pulse Arc for long-term shipbuilding work in Newport News, Virginia. Qualified candidates must have extensive structural welding experience in a naval shipyard environment and be proficient in multi-pass welding processes. Candidates must be prepared to successfully complete all required weld qualification tests without additional training prior to testing.Essential Job FunctionsPerform all-position structural fillet and butt-welding using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P (Pulse Arc).Perform welds in 2G, 3G, and 4G positions using applicable welding processes.Perform multi-pass structural welds to required shipbuilding specifications.Use fillet and butt weld gauges to verify completed welds.Perform air carbon arc gouging.Operate oxygen/propane heating torches.Prepare weld joints and surfaces for structural welding operations.Perform structural welding in shipboard and industrial environments.Work safely in confined spaces, at heights, on staging, and in other physically demanding shipyard environments.Follow applicable OSHA requirements and Newport News Shipbuilding safety procedures.Required Experience & QualificationsMinimum 4 years of structural welding experience at Newport News Shipbuilding or naval shipyards.Must have demonstrated experience with SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GMAW-P/Pulse Arc welding processes.Must be proficient performing structural welds in multiple positions, including 2G, 3G, and 4G.Must have experience using fillet and butt weld gauges.Must have experience performing air carbon arc gouging.Must be able to pass required weld qualification testing at the Newport News Welding School.Must be able to pass Visual Inspection of Welds Level I requirements.Must pass the required Welder Vision Test.Must demonstrate Carbon Arc Gouging proficiency.Candidates must arrive test-ready. No welding training is provided prior to qualification testing.Safety & Physical RequirementsCandidates must be able to meet applicable shipyard safety, medical, and PPE requirements, including:Confined Space Training – OSHA 29 CFR 1915Hazard Communication – OSHA requirements applicable to shipyard operationsRespirator fit testing and medical clearanceFall Protection / Body Harness requirementsAudiometric testingHexavalent Chromium clearanceRequired flame-resistant clothing and welding protectionAbility to work in confined spaces, at heights, on staging, and in varying environmental conditionsRequired PPERequired PPE may include:White hard hatANSI Z87-compliant safety glasses with side shields8-inch steel-toe safety boots or approved leather footwear with spatsBilsom Leightning L1N muff-style hearing protectionMSA Comfo Classic respiratorFlame-resistant coverallsFull welding jacketWelding shield leather bibWelder Test RequirementAll candidates must successfully pass the required Pulse Arc weld qualification test before assignment. Candidates should have recent hands-on Pulse Arc/GMAW-P experience and be prepared to test without additional welding instruction.BenefitsA limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care. Available plans include:Medical / PrescriptionDental CoverageVision CoverageShort Term DisabilityTerm Life BenefitsAccidental Death & Dismemberment BenefitHotel accommodations may be advanced for the first two weeks as a loan, where applicable.Contact Hutco Today!Apply online or contact the Hutco Portsmouth Branch:728 High Street, Suite 200 Portsmouth, VA 23704 Call: View phone number on click.appcast.io / 757-775-4448Hutco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).