WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?Competitive Pay - $26 - $35 depending on experience, and weld testSingle and Family Medical + Dental + Vision Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month proceeding start date$20,000 in AD&D life insurance + short term disability at no cost for full-time employees$1,000 signing bonus for full-time positions Paid in two increments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employmentReferral program that pays $500 for each referred employee hired401(K) + company match after 1 yearSix paid company holidaysPaid sick and vacation New employees receive 40 hours of sick and 40 hours of vacation time after 90 days of employment Combined sick and vacation of 96 hours at year 1, 144 hours at year 5, and 168 hours at year 10Health Savings AccountAn opportunity for career advancement within the department or others on the yard, while working as part of an empowering workforceOvertime available after 40 hoursABOUT THE JOB: This opportunity is a full-time and benefits-eligible position.REPORTS TO: Pipe Supervisor/On-Site Foreman/Shipyard SuperintendentMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Safely and efficiently perform welding labor to complete construction associated with building cruise ships. Have an aggressive work ethic with a focus on production.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS:Welding¼" to 1" steel using FCAW in 3G, 4G and SMAW in 3G, 4G, and 6G positionsPlasma cutting and oxy-propane cuttingPerforming weld tests including soap and air, hydrostatic pressure testing tanks, and dye penetrantAssemble 40' x 10' steel plates, angles, and flange platesComplete layouts using drawings and/or templatesPractice proper safety always proceduresFollow instructions from foreman/supervisors on site and keep the job site cleanOperate in isolation within the skeleton of ships, wearing heavy protective gear and carrying equipment weighing 40 to 50 lbsAll other duties as assigned based on operational needsKNOWLEDGE:Knowledge and skills in SMAW pipe welding, Plasma cutting, and oxy-propane cuttingExperience with pipefitting requiredKnowledge of weld tests, including soap and air, hydrostatic pressure testing tanks, and dye penetrantsAbility to complete layouts using drawings and/or templatesKnowledge of proper safety practicesKnowledge of shop and field fabrication, assembly sequencing, and fittingAbility to read and understanding blueprints, sketches, and templatesFamiliar with industry codes and regulationsKnowledge of safe use of tools and equipmentRequirementsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:All types of physical movement are required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions.Ability to use upper and lower extremities.Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold.Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment, on ladders up to 24' at heights up to 70', stairs, scaffolds, through small accesses, enter inside of tanks, and confined spaces, through hatches, and manholes throughout much of the work shift.Occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.Able to work over bodies of water.MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required.HAZARDS: Weather, fumes, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration.SHIFT:Monday - FridayDay Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pmOvertime and Weekend required based on business needsPosted 06/18/2025Salary Description $26 - $35
Chesapeake Shipbuilding