Welder / Fabricator

Welder / Fabricator

The Welder / Fabricator is responsible for all welding, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing of G&H Towing's harbor tugs and facilities.

Key Interactions:

G&H employees

Job Responsibilities, Required Knowledge, Skills:

Ability to continuously communicate effectively and professionally

Ability to familiarize with company documents, including policies and procedures and the company Towing Management Systems (T.S.M.S)

Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters and areas of the organization

Ability to manage multiple demands simultaneously while maintaining service standards

Ability to operate machinery, including power, mechanical, and hand tools

Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics

Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance

Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Adhere to all company safety and environmental policies while onboard tugs.

Assisting in planning the welding procedure qualifications and production as instructed.

Complete any other duties assigned by the Director of Engineering, Manager, Engineering Support, and/or the Welder Forman

Conducting daily Toolbox meetings

Ensure work areas are kept clean, organized, and well-maintained

Ensuring adequate tools and supplies are readily available onboard to facilitate efficient welding operations.

Ensuring all tools are kept in safe working condition, properly maintained, and securely stored

Ensuring that all welding is done in accordance with approved procedures

Ensuring welding leads and gas hoses are run in a congestion-free and safe man

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Install tug and facility equipment

Interpersonal skills, including self-awareness and the ability to deal professionally with others and always make professional judgments

Knowledge of DP vessel operations

Must be a team player and support the mission, vision, and goals of the company and the department

Must be service-oriented and customer-centric to all internal and external customers

Perform preventative maintenance on tug and facility equipment

Proven ability to troubleshoot, test resolutions, and escalate common issues

Proven analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsible for declining unsafe work and ensuring all tasks are performed in compliance with established HSES safety standards and work practices while making sure all activities adhere to safety and quality requirements.

Strong communication, organizational, analytical, time management, problem-solving, and planning skills

Troubleshoot and repair tug and facility equipment

Write Job Safety Analyses (GARs)

Education & Experience:

A High school diploma or GED is required; an advanced degree is preferred; extensive experience may be considered in lieu of education

A minimum of five years of industry experience in one or more fields: welding, HVAC, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, or piping systems.

Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Requires proficiency with computer hardware and software to include Microsoft Office applications, using a computer with a keyboard and mouse, navigation with a web browser, checking and sending email, and use of internet search engines

Required Licensure & Certifications:

Requires an active and valid driver's license

Working Conditions:

Work hours will be assigned based on business needs. By request from the department manager or department director. Work hours may include irregular hours, including weekends, holidays, and after-hours, to assist in completing special tasks or assignments

Out-of-regional travel may be required to attend training, seminars, or work-related events

Work will be performed in the office and in the field

Special Projects:

Assist the management and or executive team when requested to complete special projects and complete all assignments within a negotiated time frame established by the department manager

Completion of other duties as assigned by the department manager as it relates to the program and position

Behavioral Competencies:

Time Management:

The candidate is comfortable with goal setting and working in a team setting

The candidate must be able to prioritize and complete tasks promptly

The candidate has excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work

Teamwork:

The candidate is autonomous, self-motivated to complete work-related tasks and solve problems, reliable, customer service oriented, and intrinsically driven to collaborate with and help the organization achieve the overall department visions and goals

The candidate should be comfortable working autonomously and as a team, while always maintaining professionalism

The candidate must be able to collaborate with others to problem solve and establish effective solutions to problems

The candidate understands the urgency of ensuring business continuity and will set and manage reasonable expectations for stakeholders regarding the resolution of issues.

Listening:

The candidate must be able to understand and act upon verbal direction or explanation of support need

Resourcefulness:

The candidate will not hesitate to share creative or innovative ideas that will yield efficiency or provide resolution to needs or problems

The candidate will be proactive, working cross-functionally as needed to provide answers and solutions

The candidate will not hesitate to seek guidance and support from other employees to complete their job duties safely and effectively

Essential Job-Related Physical & Mental Requirements:

Physical:

Ability to ascend and descend stairs

Ability to bend, twist, kneel, stoop, and or reach for items

Ability to board vessels safely

Ability to ascend, descend and perform tasks on ladders up to 12 feet high

Ability to climb over obstacles up to four feet high

Ability to detect and write effectively

Ability to handle objects

Ability to have visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle and observe objects within the work setting

Ability to hear with or without aid

Ability to move around within an office setting and or other locations as needed

Ability to operate office equipment

Ability to push, pull, or squat in confined spaces as small as three feet by three feet

Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods

Ability to transport, adjust, and or move items up to 75 lbs.

Mental:

Ability to accept constructive criticism

Ability to anticipate needs

Ability to cultivate a positive working environment

Ability to express self clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, and use ethical and professional judgment

Ability to deal professionally, ethically, and effectively with customers, co-workers, vendors, and the public, including providing professional courtesy, tact, decision-making skills, prompt responsiveness, efficiency, and courteous customer service and assistance to all

Ability to maintain regular attendance

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to be professional and use professional judgment 100% of the time

Ability to multi-task and plan time efficiently 100% of the time

Ability to perform job description and duties with minor supervision

Ability to reason and analyze effectively

Ability to solve practical problems as it relates to the position

Ability to understand, communicate, and comprehend information in English

Ability to work professionally with others 100% of the time

Required to pass and maintain all mandatory training

Requires the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting

Requires the ability to treat everyone professionally with courtesy, decency, and respect

Worksite Environmental Conditions:

Ability to work alone