Job Description

Welders accomplish production welding aboard ship vessels and badges by applying

appropriate welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other

“weldable materials”.

• Duties and responsibilities
• Cuts and prepares parts using band saw and plasma torch.
• Must meet company quality, attendance, and productivity requirements.
• Must perform duties in compliance with all safety rules and regulations required by the
• Company, State, Federal and Local provisions.
• Prepares parts and fixtures for scheduled job.
• Operates hand grinders as needed.
• Visually inspects work and parts fit up on an on-going basis.
• Responsible for the care of the welding machines and any company owned equipment
• that is used during the repair process.
• Installs or repairs equipment, such as lead pipes, valves, floors, and tank linings.
• Removes rough spots from workpiece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper.
• Welds components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions

Requirements

Welders work as part of a team and must follow safe work practices to minimize the risk of danger to

themselves and others. This position is 100% outdoors and sometimes in confined places, within a range

of weather conditions. This can sometimes be unpleasant. Hours of work can vary greatly depending on

the business needs and special projects.

The physical work demand for this position are classified as This position requires moderate to

considerable physical effort working with average or heavy weight material, not to exceed fifty

pounds (50 lbs). This position also requires standing for extended periods of time. The incumbent

must have the ability to carry objects; perform dynamic activities including reaching and

stretching; and frequent bending and twisting of the torso.