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Portsmouth,VA

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INTERNATIONAL MARINE AND INDUSTRIAL APPLICATORS

Portsmouth, VA 23703

$20-$41/hr
OnsiteUrgently HiringHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

  • High school graduate, or GED
  • Six months to one-year related experience and/or training
  • Experience with steel, aluminum and/or stainless steel required
  • Ability to follow instructions given both verbally and in written form
  • Knowledge of welding equipment and associated tooling including proper set up and use
  • Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form including but not limited to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals
  • Familiarity with the metric system
  • Ability to stand continuously for long periods of time
  • Must have own basic skill related tools and equipment if not supplied by the workplace
  • Must be able to lift raw materials, final products, and items packed for shipment, manually (up to 60 pounds) or using a hoist
  • Pass substance abuse testing
  • Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form including but not to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals
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Pipe Welder

IMIA, LLC

Portsmouth, VA 23703

$25-$45/hr
OnsiteUrgently HiringHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

  • High school graduate or GED
  • Six months to one-year of relevant experience and/or training in aluminum welding.
  • Prior experience with pipe welding is essential.
  • Ability to understand and follow both verbal and written instructions.
  • Have a working knowledge and understanding of welding standards, such as Tech-Pub-278, Tech-Pub-248, MIL-STD-1689 and proper joint designs IAW MIL-STD-22D.
  • Have the ability to weld all types of materials, to tig and stick, weld plate, pipe including piping joints such as sockets, butts, consumable rings, backing rings and open butts.
  • Have experience with various metals such as cuni, monel, stainless steel, alum, and carbon steel.
  • Be able to weld with the use of a mag-base mirror for tig and stick.
  • Be able to trouble shoot problems with tig lines and machines.
  • Pipe testing will be in restricted positions.
  • A willingness to learn and display a dependable work ethic.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting documents presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. This includes safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals, and procedure manuals.
  • Familiarity with the metric system.
  • Capable of standing continuously for extended periods.
  • Willingness to work for 40+ hours per week.
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1st Class Structural Welder (Inside Machine Shop) - Steel America (Job ID: 1217)

COLONNA'S SHIPYARD

Norfolk, VA 23503

~ 13 min OnsiteUrgently HiringHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Must have at least seven (7) years' experience as a Welder.
  • Must be able to demonstrate ability to perform multi-pass, all position fillet and butt welds using SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding)
  • Must be able to demonstrate ability to perform GTAW 6G pipe welding and GMAW-P all positions.
  • Must have knowledge of welding techniques, mirror welding, preheat and inter-pass temperature, tools and equipment
  • Must have knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with the trade to include but not limited to fillet weld gauges, V-WAC gauge, CAM Gauge, temp sticks, and preheat application tooling.
  • Must be able to work effectively and efficiently with others.
  • Must be able to comprehend weld sequence sketches, and templates.
  • Must have ability to enter and move through manholes to reach and work in internally confined spaces.
  • Must be a steady and reliable worker that maintains regular and consistent attendance.
  • Must be able to follow instructions.
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VTG

Virginia Beach, VA 23452

$23-$35/hr
~ 26 min OnsiteUrgently Hiring

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Three (3) to Ten (10) years of related experience
  • Must pass precertification company welding test
  • Operate all machines in discipline
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General Dynamics Information Technology

Norfolk, VA 23503

~ 13 min OnsiteUrgently HiringHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • US Citizenship Required
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Education: High School Diploma/GED
  • Required Experience: 1+ years of related experience
  • MIG which Aluminum GMAW
  • Flux core FCAW carbon steel and stainless
  • Stick weld carbon steel stainless SMAW
  • Location: On Customer Site
  • Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
  • Travel Required: 10-25%
  • Onsite
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BAE Systems

Norfolk, VA 23523

$29-$35/hr
~ 13 min OnsiteUrgently HiringHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Highly skilled professional who has completed an apprenticeship or possesses extensive experience (typically 5+ years) to independently perform advanced welding task, including MIG, TIG and stick welding.
  • Ability to accomplish welding processes aboard vessels and shops.
  • Able to pass a hands-on welding practical test on SMAW, FCAW and GMAW by way of x-ray NDT. Welding test will consist of full penetration butt weld test plates in three positions each: overhead (4G), vertical (3G) and horizontal position (2G). Full penetration welds 2G and 3G with ceramic backing, 4G with permanent backing.
  • Ability to interpret and understand NAVSEA drawings/blueprints. Able to understand, read and interpret welding symbols based on the requirements of Military Standard 22-D and have working experience with Military Standard 1689, DM 10-623B.
  • Able to use hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently.
  • Able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions
  • Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form.
  • Able to calculate and understand units of measure, including fractions and decimals.
  • Able to accurately use tape measures for measurements.
  • Able to obtain DBIDS credential/Government clearance to enter US Navy Vessels.
  • Physical Requirements
  • Able to wear appropriate protective equipment, including respirators.
  • Able to physically perform essential job duties with or without accommodation.
  • Able to work at heights, in confined spaces and have the ability to climb staircases and ladders of varying sizes and grades.
  • Able to carry personal tool bag weighing up to 50 lbs.
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Continental Tide Defense System

Norfolk, VA 23502

~ 13 min OnsiteUrgently HiringRetirement Benefit

  • Must possess a high school, trade or vocational school degree.
  • Target of 10 years plus of direct experience in ship repair and installation of HM&E; systems and equipment.
  • Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
  • Must have the ability to obtain base access and security credentials.
  • Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.
  • Due to export control regulations, this role is open to U.S. citizens only.
  • Possess basic and some advanced specialized welder's tools.
  • Previous welding certifications or ability to obtain welding qualifications may be used in lieu of experience.
  • Only local candidates will be considered.
  • Exposure to open-air environments, including noisy, hot, and cold conditions.
  • Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
  • Must wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hearing, eye, head, and hand protection, as required.
  • Site visits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge or boat structural components.
  • Exposure to sound levels exceeding 100 decibels.
  • Must possess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and night vision to inspect marine components and systems, identify defects or irregularities, and safely operate tools and equipment.
  • May work in confined spaces with limited ventilation.
  • Requires prolonged periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing.
  • May be required to operate machinery, power tools, and/or heavy equipment.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively to exchange and comprehend information.
  • Frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and extreme cold.
  • Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more, depending on the task requirements.
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Brazer / Welder (5867)

Three Saints Bay, LLC

Chesapeake, VA 23322

$26-$32/hr
~ 15 min OnsiteUrgently Hiring

  • United States Citizenship.
  • Must be able to pass a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.
  • Must be able to acquire and maintain a Secret Security Clearance; candidates currently possessing an Active Secret Clearance are preferred.
  • Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Capable of making sound welds using SMAW, GMAW and GTAW methods.
  • Skilled in brazing piping systems and joint assemblies for pipe sizes up to 2 inches in diameter.
  • Versed in the use of all types of fabrication and testing measuring instruments.
  • Ability to learn marine piping systems temperature/pressure parameters.
  • Understand joint design requirements and efficiency levels and joint fit-up specifications for fabrication and repair of piping systems and structural elements.
  • Understanding of all hot work requirements.
  • Basic ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and drawings.
  • Basic understanding of acceptance/rejection criteria and different NDT inspections related to job completion.
  • Ability to pass a written workmanship exam.
  • Ability to write clear and concise reports.
  • Ability to become Competent Person certified.
  • Ability to plan and make working recommendations for system configuration changes.
  • Ability to use mechanical and digital test equipment, take temperature readings, hand and power tools associated with metallurgy.
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Delphinus Engineering

Norfolk, VA 23503

$17-$33/hr
~ 13 min OnsiteUrgently HiringEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Typically requires 1-5 years related experience.
  • High School Diploma or GED, plus technical/vocational training or the equivalent combination.
  • Thorough knowledge of welding standards of SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and/or FCAW welding procedures.
  • Skill to make complete penetration and complete fusion welds.
  • Read and understand blueprints and specifications.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain a security badge for all military installations and civilian shipyards as needed.
  • Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, written technical instructions and manuals.
  • Must possess working knowledge of welding procedures and tools.
  • Knowledge of welding shrinkage, welding techniques and physical properties of metal.
  • Ability to qualify using welding procedures on plate and/or pipe.
  • Must be able to pass Workmanship Inspection training.
  • Must be able to read and understand material safety data sheets (MDS).
  • Able to follow safety procedures.
  • Frequently the employee is required to carry objects that might weigh up to 50 pounds.
  • The employee must be able to pass the vision test.
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WELDER/STRUCTURE TRAINEE - 3 WEEK UNPAID PROGRAM (11:00PM-7:00AM)

HII

Newport News, VA 23608

~ 37 min OnsiteUrgently HiringEducation AssistanceHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

  • Must be able to pass a 3-week (UNPAID) program (120 hours), 1100PM to 7:00AM (Monday - Friday) .
  • Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn.
  • Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen
  • Must be able to pass physical agility test
  • Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis
  • Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds
  • Must be able to perform overhead work
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed
  • Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator
  • Must be able to perform work outdoors, year- round, in all weather conditions
  • Must be able to work at extreme heights
  • Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces
  • Must be willing to work any shift
  • US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
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