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Job Title: Travel Structural Welder (Pulse Arc)
$45/HR + $140/Day Per diem
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Structural Welder with expertise in Pulse Arc Welding. The ideal candidate will have four years of NNS or naval shipyard experience as a first-class welder. This position involves performing various welding techniques in a physically demanding environment, including shipboard and sub-assemblies.
Responsibilities
Perform multi-pass, all position fillet, and butt welds using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P processes.
Conduct welding tasks in a physically demanding environment, including climbing ladders and working in confined spaces.
Ensure adherence to OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
Perform Air Carbon Arc Gouging.
Properly use fillet and butt weld gauges.
Pass all position, Multi-pass Butt Weld, Welder Qualification Tests in accordance with MIL-STD-248D standards.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding), and GMAW-P (Pulse Arc Welding).
Experience with Air Carbon Arc Gouging.
Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including shipboard and sub-assemblies.
Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
Ability to use fillet and butt weld gauges.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working in a naval shipyard or similar environment.
Ability to pass welding qualification tests without additional training.
Proficiency in all welding positions including Horizontal (2G), Vertical (3G), and Overhead (4G).
Why Work Here?
Join a company that values skill and precision in welding. Experience a supportive work environment that emphasizes safety and professional growth. Enjoy opportunities to work on significant projects within the shipbuilding industry, ensuring a dynamic and fulfilling career.
Work Environment
Candidates will work in a physically demanding environment, including confined spaces on board naval ships and in a shop setting. The role involves climbing ladders and stairs. Safety protocols and adherence to OSHA regulations are paramount.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, Virginia.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.