Pipe Welder

Pipe Welder JM2

The Pipe Welder JM2 assists pipefitter with fit-up of piping systems, accomplishes welding piping onboard ship and shop fabrication for P-2 piping. Welding needs to pass all NDT's including hydrostatic testing. For production of Navy ship repair and other marine and commercial equipment. Pipe Welder JM2 must possess trade specific tools.

Essential Functions / Duties

• Setup welding equipment
• Certified for all P-2 piping
• All welding must pass NDT's
• Fit and tack parts together in preparation for welding
• Perform precise fitting work on components
• Running lines and leads
• Blueprint reading and interpret weld symbols
• Must adhere to a promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensure that employees assigned with Firewatch duties are in place and ready prior to begin hot work
• Fill out Job JSA forms
• Must adhere to a promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment.

Physical Demands

The Pipe Welder JM2 must be able to meet and successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following physical demands are representative to the position.

The position is active and requires extensive standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing, and crouching. Along with such movements, employee is required to lift parts/machinery of up to 75 pounds. Additional demands are listed below:

• Able to climb ladders and work off scaffolding
• Able to lift, carry, and or push up to 50 75 lbs. throughout the shift (including overtime)

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Knowledge / Skills

• Must be certified in Pipe Welding
• Ability to weld in all positions
• Ability to troubleshoot minor welding equipment problems
• Must be able to evaluate the use of various resources and make knowledgeable decisions regarding safety and company procedures and policies
• Able to read a tape measure
• Pass Welder Workmanship Training (WWT)
• Able to operate sawzall, 4" & 7" grinders, and various other tools
• Able to use Weld Gauges

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency
• Flexibility (Job duties & schedule)
• Work well with others in all areas where SCW&M is performing work
• Follow verbal/written instructions
• Teamwork orientation

Supervisory Responsibility

Pipe Welder JM2 position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type / Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. Schedule is Monday- Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. / 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (swing shifts dependent on work load). Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs.

Required Education and Experience

• Must be certified Pipe Welder
• Must have a minimum of 1-2 years of ship repair experience and/or skill set.
• Must be able to speak and understand Basic English

Work Authorization Clearance

For E-verify and contract security purposes (including ship access lists), all employees MUST present a valid export document. Acceptable documents are U.S. Birth Certificate, Certificate of Naturalization, Passport, Passport Card and Permanent Resident Card.

Other

Please consider that duties, responsibilities, and all other points specified in this description can change at any time with or without notice.

Safety and responsible work practices are of SCW&M importance in everything we do. We are committed to employee safety & development, the protection of the environment and the communities where we operate. We are ready to be a partner in your career success!