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Marine Welder

$30 - $40 per hour

Insight Global

Perform a variety of welding tasks to repair, modify, and install pipes, structural components, foundations, and fittings related to shipboard hydraulic, pneumatic, and water systems. Select appropriate materials and specifications for each welding operation. Fabricate and install necessary fixtures and jigs to ensure proper alignment during the welding process. This role involves heavy lifting, frequent bending or stooping, and may require working in overhead areas, confined spaces, or beneath machinery. A strong commitment to safety protocols, quality standards, and cleanliness is essential. The position also demands a high level of critical thinking and reading comprehension. Travel along with the flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Requires no supervision/oversight. Has experience in the trade qualifications, and can perform all work required as a Welder and will provide mentoring to junior craftsman.
• Must be able to understand and perform the set-up, adjustment, and operation of various welding equipment and hand tools used in the trade. Select welding filler material, joint design and proper heat ranges as directed by Technical Work Documents.
• Read and understand terminology, blueprints, drawings and schematics to plan installation, modification or repair prior to commencing the process.
• Fabricate and install fixtures, jigs, supports and targets to ensure proper alignment during welding processes.

Compensation: $30hr to $40/hr.
Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to View email address on click.appcast.io learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy:


Required Skills & Experience
• Minimum of 6 years experience as a Marine Welder on military ships or submarines
• Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance
• Must be able to weld using Stick (SMAW, which stands for Shielded Metal Arc Welding) and TIG (GTAW, which stands for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) welding processes
• High School/GED with Apprenticeship Diploma and additional vocational courses or technical school graduate; and/or military and/or civilian experience with welding operations in a repair department or shipyard or fabrication shop.
• Must have the ability to obtain government base access.
• Knowledge and practical skills tests required.
• Qualify as a Welder/Workmanship Inspector in accordance with OII Process Instructions and welding procedures.


Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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