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Craft and Technical Solutions, LLC

Ship Fitters Red Badge

Pay: $55/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Newport News, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Iron or Steel Worker installs iron or steel beams, girders or columns that create the structural frame for tall buildings, bridges or other large structures.

$65,892 / year median in Virginia

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Craft and Technical Solutions is an established Marine and Industrial Staffing Company with offices nationwide. Currently, CTS is reviewing resumes for Structural Welders in Multiple locations (Bangor, WA & Kings Bay, GA)

Must have Red Badge Clearance
$180/day per diem for qualified applicants
60 hours per week

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Responsibilities:

Complete fillet and butt welds GMAW-P process (multi-pass) in 2G, 3G, and 4G positions. Heat oxygen/propane heating torch. Perform grinding and pick up work as needed. Complete air carbon arc gouging. Properly use fillet and butt gauges. Must have a thorough knowledge of various metals characteristics and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material. Follow OSHA safety regulations. Maintain welding equipment and keep the work area clean and organized.

Requirements:

Minimum 10 years of naval/commercial pulse welding experience. Successfully pass several tests over a three-week period. Must have reliable transportation. Familiar with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry. Pass a drug screen and background check. Comfortable with heights and in confined spaces. Lift 50lbs without assistance. Must understand the layout of the ship and compartment identification. Basic reading, writing and math skills required. Must be a US citizen. CTS offers a comprehensive benefit packet to eligible employees.

Eligible employees may enroll in:

Health Dental Vision Voluntary Life/Voluntary AD&D Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Hospital Indemnity Accident Critical Illness 401k Safety and responsible work practices are of paramount importance at CTS and are woven into the fabric of 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! Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Craft and Technical Solutions has a consistent policy that requires an online application to be completed before we can consider you as an applicant for this position. CTS is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability IND7

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person