Welder

Performs various welding processes to repair, modify and install various pipes, structures, foundations and fittings associated with shipboard hydraulic, pneumatic and water systems. Selects proper materials and requirements to perform welding functions. Fabricates and installs fixtures and jigs required for welding process alignments.

Responsibilities:

• Once assigned, reports directly to the project Supervisor in the performance of his/her responsibilities.
• Strictly adheres to corporate, federal, state and local safety regulations prior to setting up or operating an machinery.
• Ensures that all Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) are worn and that all damaged PPE is discarded.
• Reads and understands PPE Policy.
• Reads and interprets blueprints to plan setup and operation of the machine shop equipment prior to commencing the operation.
• Lays out material prior to performing welding operations to prevent possible errors.
• Maintains good housekeeping practices, turning off machines when not in use, disposing of waste properly sweeping the area, etc.
• Returns tools/equipment to proper location and reports any lost, missing, stolen or damaged items to the Tool Room Attendant.
• Ensures that all requirements of the Quality Assurance Manual are followed when invoked by QA Workbook, Work Package (WP), Work Instructions (WI) and/or other guidance given by management.
• Follows detailed repair procedures and instructions (e.g.; SOW, Specs, RCC, etc.) required completing the production operations.
• Notifies Supervisor of any unsatisfactory condition(s) identified during the production operation (i.e.; repair, modification, etc.).
• Reads and understands advanced welding terminology, blueprints, drawings and schematics to plan installation, modification or repair prior to commencing the process.
• Selects welding filler materials, joint design, proper heat ranges and most effective or required welding process/procedure to ensure quality welding operations IAW Std. Items.
• Ensures control and assumes responsibility for Level I material controls.
• Expertly performs all tasks required as a Welder. Provides mentoring to junior craftsman.
• Produces quality welds, including pipe, in difficult or adverse conditions and is proficient in multiple welding procedures/procedures.
• Performs work outside of trade if necessary.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/equivalent with Apprenticeship Diploma and additional vocational courses or technical school graduate; and/or military and/or civilian experience with welding operations in a repair department or shipyard or fabrication shop.
• 5 years' experience as a welder.
• Qualifies as a Welder/Workmanship Inspector in accordance with welding procedures.
• Must be able to understand and perform the basic set up, adjustment, and operation of various welding equipment and hand tools used in the trade.
• Must be qualified in a minimum of 5 welding/brazing processes to include SMAW, GTAW, FCAW.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to US Navy ships and government facilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work independently or in a group.
• Ability to do basic math, i.e. add, subtract, divide and multiply.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.

Tooling Required:

• 25' Tape
• Center Punch
• 3 lb beater
• Chalk Box
• Pencil
• Combination Square
• Burning goggles
• Striker
• Full Face Welding Shield
• Welding Gloves
• Slag Hammer
• Bottle Wrench
• 12" Crescent Wrench
• Wire Cutters
• Pliers
• Utility Knife

Physical Demands:

• Involves heavy lifting, frequent stooping, bending, crawling, reaching and possible working assignments in overhead structures, confined spaces or beneath machinery either indoors or outdoors in the elements and noisy conditions. Occasional lifting to 50+ pounds.

What Your Experience Working for Us Will Be Like
Ask any of our employees and they will tell you SSI is a great place to work with an upbeat and positive culture. We take pride in our work to continuously improve on our performance in a manner that enhances the mission of the agencies we serve while expanding opportunities for our employees and our company.

About Synectic Solutions, Inc. (SSI)
Synectic Solutions, Inc. (SSI), is an award-winning, 20-year government contracting agency focused on the areas of logistics, engineering, management, and information technology. SSI is a growing organization committed to exceeding customer expectations, to continually improving all products, services, and processes, and to perform all work with the commitment to upholding the highest standards and ethics.

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