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East Coast Repair and Fabrication

WELDER 1/C - BASE A

East Coast Repair and Fabrication, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23600

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JOB TITLE WELDER 1/C - BASE A

LOCATION NEWPORT NEWS - NEWPORT NEWS, VA US (Primary)

JOB TYPE Full-Time

JOB CLASSIFICATION Hourly

EXEMPTION TYPE Non-Exempt

EDUCATION High School Diploma/GED

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB SUMMARY A welder with approximately 4 or more years of experience welding together metal components of products by performing the following duties and exhibiting the following skill sets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS CRAFT

Grinds as needed for welding

Works alongside other trades to receive direction to accomplish assigned work

Pulls lines and helps set up as directed by supervisor

Follows jobsite cleanliness principles

Shows initiative and notifies supervision of work stoppages

Expert in SMAW process in all positions for CS

Expert in SMAW process in all positions for HY, HSLA, and CRES

Expert in GMAW process in all positions for CS, HY, HSLA,

Expert in FCAW process in all positions for CS

Expert in FCAW process for HY, HSLA, and CRES

Advanced mirror welding in SMAW, FCAW, GMAW processes

Expert in Stud welding for CS and CRES

Advanced in GTAW process in all positions for CS and CRES, socket and open butt

Proficient GTAW process in all positions for CuNi to Cu & CS, socket and open butt

Proficient in GMAW process in all positions for 5XXX Al

Proficient in GMAW-P process in all positions for 6XXX Al

Utilizes workmanship training to identify and correct weld defects prior to VT

Performs other duties as assigned

TOOLS

Advanced use of power tools (grinders, needle guns, burr motors, etc.)

Uses weld gauges to check for over/under weld

Correct set up of tools prior to use (heat, wire speed, tagging lines, drop tests, etc.)

Knowledge of power tool safety, (correctly identifying kick direction and pinch points)

Advanced in maintenance for welding machines (replacing tips, gas diffusers, liners, etc.)

Diagnoses and repairs complex issues with welding equipment

Performs other duties as assigned

PROCEDURAL

Understands fire safety principles (hot work tickets, positioning firewatches, 35' rule, etc.)

Practical knowledge of industry safety standards/training

Understands and adheres to preheat and interpass requirements

Reads weld symbols

Requires periodic supervision to accomplish work

Proficient working to PCP's

JOB REQUIREMENTS QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a standard apprenticeship/trade/vocational school.

High school diploma or GED required and 4 or more years of related experience or equivalent of training and experience.

Ability to gain access to military installations.

Must pass a drug test and background check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and seek help with weights over 50 pounds.

Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs/vertical ladders; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

This is a physically demanding position and may accommodate some physical disabilities. Physical dexterity may be required when performing walk thru and inspection of job sites. In the performance of the walk thru you will be required to transverse steep stairwells, vertical ladders and bending or stooping thru tight spaces. There may be occasional lifting of materials weighing not more than 50 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS This position works on the jobsite. There is exposure to hostile environments, loud noises, hazardous chemicals/fumes and airborne particles, smoke, extreme temperatures moving mechanical parts: high, precarious places.During work-site visits will be required to wear appropriate PPE including, but not limited to:

Hard Hat

Ear plugs or Attenuator

Safety Shoes

Dust Mask or Respirator

Gloves

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact Barbara Nicholas at (757) 577-5345 or by email at bnicholas@ecrfab.com.

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