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Welder, Weekend Shift, Friday-Sunday

Wieland

Verona, VA 24482

$24/hr
OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Welder Level I Qualifications:
  • 1-3-year experience or commensurate education from trade school.
  • Capable of MIG and TIG welding of parts and pipe, but not yet certified with the company for welding of parts under pressure.
  • Ability to read and apply WPS, read drawings.
  • Perform work in various physical positions including standing, kneeling, bending and reaching.
  • Perform work in heavy industrial setting with exposure to heat, cold, humidity, industrial odors, fumes, gases, chemicals, oil, grease, smoke, dust, noise, vibration, work from an elevated platform and working in cramped quarters, e.g., inside vessels.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) required for this position, including hearing protection, safety eyewear, safety footwear, face shield, welding helmet, welding gloves, welding sleeves/jacket, welding apron/chaps.
  • MIG/TIG @ 6G preferred - minimum of 1 year of pipe welding experience
  • Welder Level II Qualifications:
  • At least 3-5-year experience in MIG and TIG welding of pipe or pressure vessels.
  • Experience and certification in welding in accordance to ASME standard - certified with the company for welding of parts under pressure.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve minor issues related to fitting and welding components.
  • Welder Level III Qualifications:
  • At least 5+ years' experience in MIG and TIG welding of pipe or pressure vessels (certified experience).
  • Experience and certification in welding in accordance with ASME standard.
  • Ability to train other welders
  • Ability to read and apply WPS, read drawings, and teach others to do so.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to fitting and welding components.
  • Strong aptitude for problem solving and teamwork
  • Physical Demands:
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) required for this position, including hearing protection, safety eyewear, safety footwear, face shield, welding helmet, welding gloves, welding sleeves/jacket, welding apron/chaps, and respirator if required.
  • Close vision, distant vision, color vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and hand-eye coordination.
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1st Class Structural Welder (Inside Machine Shop) - Steel America (Job ID: 1217)

COLONNA'S SHIPYARD

Norfolk, VA 23503

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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Aluminum Welder Specialist (EAP)

Epsilon Systems

Portsmouth, VA 23703

OnsiteUrgently Hiring

  • High school diploma/equivalent 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.
  • 8 years' experience as a welder.
  • Qualifies as a Welder/Workmanship Inspector in accordance with Epsilon Systems Instructions and welding procedures.
  • Must be able to understand and perform the basic set up, adjustment, and operation of various welding equipment and hand tools used in the trade.
  • Must be qualified in more than 15 welding/brazing processes to include flux core welding.
  • Must be qualified in Automated welding processes to include exotic metals such as Inconnel, Titanium, Duplex Stainless, Ferrilium.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain access to US Navy ships and government facilities.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, work independently or in a group.
  • Ability to do basic math, i.e. add, subtract, divide and multiply.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
  • Involves heavy lifting
  • Frequent stooping or bending
  • Possible working assignments in overhead structures, confined spaces or beneath machinery
  • Work conditions vary from indoors to outdoor
  • Very hot to very cold
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Pipe Welder

NSC Staffing

Newport News, VA 23607

OnsiteHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

  • Minimum five (5) years of commercial or naval pipe welding experience
  • Advanced proficiency in SMAW and GTAW welding processes
  • Demonstrated ability to mirror weld using both SMAW and GTAW
  • Capable of fusing inserts and working with a variety of metals
  • Skilled in reading blueprints, weld symbols, and measuring instruments
  • Physically able to work in confined or elevated areas and perform repetitive welding tasks
  • Welders Vision Test
  • Visual Inspection of Welds - Level I
  • Pre-heat and Interpass Test
  • Fire Watch CBT
  • Torch Safety Test & Practical
  • Welding Qualification Tests: 503, 502, 541, 725, 506, 659, 556, 650, 664, and 557
  • All welders must maintain current welding certifications and ensure documentation of qualification is up to date
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Welder

ASTEC INDUSTRIES

Tazewell, VA 24651

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  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 0-1 Year of Welding experience required.
  • Read and understand assigned blueprints prior to starting a project.
  • Knowledge and ability to perform all Grinder tasks required.
  • Ability to properly and safely MiG weld, stick weld, and arc gouging required.
  • Ability to read and understand weld symbols required.
  • Must be able to safely use cranes and forklifts.
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Welder I

PVI Holdings

Portsmouth, VA 23703

Onsite

  • Experience required for level II & level III welder
  • 5 or more years industry experience as a welder
  • Welding trade school graduate
  • Up to two years' experience as a certified welder
  • Meets all Welder qualifications and requirements
  • Successful completion of Welder workmanship class
  • A clear understanding of Welding safety
  • Demonstrates proper use of Personal Protective equipment (PPE)
  • Basic understanding of Welding principals and applications
  • Demonstrate GTAW skills.
  • Knowledge and understanding of filler metal selection
  • Works mostly autonomously with little supervision
  • Must have a clear driving record in accordance to company driving guidelines
  • Clear background check and drug/alcohol screening
  • Lifting: up to 50 pounds
  • Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions
  • Lift and carry: 50 pounds for 100 feet
  • Bending, stooping, walking and climbing stairs
  • Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments
  • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
  • Moving about to accomplish tasks
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
  • Operating machinery and/or power tools
  • Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment
  • Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the job visually
  • Required physical ability if mandated by customer or regulatory requirements
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WELDER/STRUCTURE (CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)

HII

Newport News, VA 23608

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  • One or more certificates of completion or diploma in Welding or a directly related field from a high school vocational program, community college, trade school, technical college, apprentice program, post-secondary institution, or military equivalent.
  • 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
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Welder

IMIA, LLC

Portsmouth, VA 23703

$20-$41/hr
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  • Education: High school graduate, or GED
  • Six months to one-year related experience and/or training
  • Experience with steel, aluminum and/or stainless steel required
  • 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
  • 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
  • Willing to work 40+ hours a week
  • Pass substance abuse testing
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Welder (ATDM)

BAE Systems

Norfolk, VA 23523

OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Independently perform welding tasks, including MIG, TIG and stick welding.
  • Must be a graduate or current student of Advanced Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM)
  • 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.
  • 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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Welder I

SEAMLESS MARINE FITTINGS

Portsmouth, VA 23703

OnsiteUrgently Hiring

  • 5 or more years industry experience as a welder
  • Welding trade school graduate or up to two years' experience as a certified welder
  • Meets all Welder qualifications and requirements
  • Successful completion of Welder workmanship class
  • A clear understanding of Welding safety
  • Demonstrates proper use of Personal Protective equipment (PPE)
  • Basic understanding of Welding principals and applications
  • Demonstrate GTAW skills.
  • Knowledge and understanding of filler metal selection
  • Works mostly autonomously with little supervision
  • Must have a clear driving record in accordance to company driving guidelines
  • Clear background check and drug/alcohol screening
  • Lifting: up to 50 pounds
  • Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions
  • Lift and carry: 50 pounds for 100 feet
  • Bending, stooping, walking and climbing stairs
  • Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments
  • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
  • Moving about to accomplish tasks
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
  • Operating machinery and/or power tools
  • Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment
  • Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the job visually
  • Required physical ability if mandated by customer or regulatory requirements
  • Experience required for level II & level III welder
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