Shipboard Welder

GDIT
Norfolk, VA

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: USA VA Norfolk
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ207800

Type of Requisition:
Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
SCA

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Hand Tools, Welding, Welding Fabrication
Certifications:
None
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Shipboard Welder

Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Shipboard Welder, for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.

Applies appropriate welding processes to join surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other weldable materials.

Must be able to complete a three-position weld test (V, H, OH) SMAW CS plate test.

Must be able to complete structural workmanship test.

Lays out and marks points on parts or subassemblies using rule, square, scribe or templates.

Positions pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools.

Inspects completed work for conformance to specifications.

Provides guidance and work leadership to less-experienced welders.

Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Participates in special projects as required.

Must be able to obtain all necessary badges (DBIDS and shipyard).

Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes up to 75 lbs.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED. Technical or vocational training is a plus.

3+ years of related welding experience.

Must be able to obtain a DBIDS Badge for access to Naval Bases, Naval Facilities, and private shipyards (BAE, NASSCO, etc.)

Must be a US Citizen.

Travel may be required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

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The likely hourly rate for this position is between $22.52 - $30.46. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
10-25%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Norfolk

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans



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Shipboard Welder


Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Shipboard Welder, for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.


Applies appropriate welding processes to join surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other weldable materials.


Must be able to complete a three-position weld test (V, H, OH) SMAW CS plate test.


Must be able to complete structural workmanship test.


Lays out and marks points on parts or subassemblies using rule, square, scribe or templates.


Positions pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools.


Inspects completed work for conformance to specifications.


Provides guidance and work leadership to less-experienced welders.


Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Participates in special projects as required.


Must be able to obtain all necessary badges (DBIDS and shipyard).


Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces.


Performs other duties as assigned.


Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes up to 75 lbs.


Requires a High School Diploma or GED. Technical or vocational training is a plus.


3+ years of related welding experience.


Must be able to obtain a DBIDS Badge for access to Naval Bases, Naval Facilities, and private shipyards (BAE, NASSCO, etc.)


Must be a US Citizen.


Travel may be required


GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace


OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.


Posted 2025-09-24

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