Welder Helper Steel America

Welder Helper Steel America Purpose:Steel America a division of Colonnas Shipyard is seeking a Welder Helper with flux-core (FCAW) welding certifications to support operations in Norfolk VA.Job Description:Weld together metal components of products as specified by blueprints weld symbols material markings work order welding procedures or verbal instructions using welding equipment.Interpret and lay out blueprints check and fit materials tack weld of small assemblies aluminum and steel foundations.Erect units and install structural items on ship ways.Physical assembly in prefabrication and erection on the building site of individual structural elements or prefabricated panels and three-dimensional sub-assemblies.Prepare all material surfaces to be welded ensuring that there is no loose or thick mil scale slag rust moisture grease or other foreign matter.Complete weld processes in flat horizontal vertical or overhead positions.Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as gas metal arc flux-cored arc shielded metal arc and submerged arc welding.Clean or degrease weld joint or work piece using wire brush portable grinder or chemical bath. May repair broken or cracked parts and fill holes.Set up and operate welding equipment and select proper electrodes according to material types to be joined and procedurally required.Perform grinding and joint preparation for NDT processes.Flux cored inner shield and dual shield welding along with oxy-acetylene torching air-arc weld-wire gas stick and pipe flange.Read and understand the Chemist and Competent Persons reports and determine if job sites particularly those involving combustible material are safe for personnel and hot work.Will be required to wear personal protective equipment hard hat safety glasses steel toe boots/shoes and when necessary respirator.Instruct apprentices and fellow welders with job assignments and overall mentoring.Be able to perform duties with little to no supervision.Maintain a high level of first pass through rate on production welding inspections.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Must have a Certificate of Welding from an accredited institution or least one (1) year of welding experience.Must have OSHA 10.Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required.Must be able to work effectively and efficiently with others.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.Qualifications:Recent completion of an accredited welding program through ATDM NASCAR Institute Tidewater Tech TCC or similar institution resulting in flux-core (FCAW) welding certifications highly preferred.Travel Requirements:Minimal Travel; 10% or less.Physical Requirements:Must be able to lift carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job but no less than 20 lbs.Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders work in extreme temperature environments aboard ships in shipyards under industrial conditions and in confined spaces including enter and moving through manholes.May ride ships at sea for extended periodsAble to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat humidity noise and dirty conditions working aloft or over the sides of vessels.Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.Employee is required to operate trucks forklifts & man-lifts.While performing the duties of this job you may frequently be required to stand walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and required to reach with hands and arms climb and balance stoop squat kneel twist and crawl.Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilationFrequent use of respirator.Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding cutting or working with molten metal.Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.Colonnas Shipyard Inc. and its divisions are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicants race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability marital status genetic information protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical/dental/vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). Key Skills Anti Money Laundering,Marketing & Sales,Landscaping,Automation Testing,Brand Development,ACCA Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1