Aluminum Welder - Associate 4

Job Listing ID:

4449426

Job Title:

Aluminum Welder - Associate 4

Application Deadline:

04/08/2026

Job Location:

Portland

Date Posted:

03/09/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Rotating 

Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned. Successfully performs work individually, as a member of a single craft crew, or a multi-craft work crew. Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures. Works from ship specifications, work orders and applicable working drawings and blueprints, i.e., form, shape, fit, and weld on vessels. Performs burning and effectively uses scarfing tip for clean-up, bevel parts, etc. Performs Arc welding - SMAW, FCAW, GMAW is a plus Performs carbon arc gouging for weld preparation and cleanup. Properly cares for and safely uses hand and power tools. Coordinates the performance and completion of job specifications. Incumbent performs similar work in all areas of the Yard as the need arises.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Communicates effectively, work independently or in a group. Ability to do basic math, i.e. add, subtract, divide and multiply, including fractions. Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English. Thorough knowledge of marine fitting including compound shapes. Ability to do square footage and weight calculations if required.

SMAW, FCAW, GTAW

experience is helpful.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Minimum 4 years of experience with GMAW High School diploma or GED preferred. 2-6 years relevant work experience. Proven skills, work history and/or applicable education will be considered in lieu of work experience. Associate 2 Proficient in both Fire Watch and Associate 1 job duties. Assists with and/or performs basic bolting under the direction of a Journey Level employee or Supervisor. May perform Associate 1 or Fire Watch duties. Must acquire three (3) additional Ship Repair Skills to progress to the next level. Associate 3 Proficient in Fire Watch, Associate 1, Associate 2 job duties and proficient in FCAW. Trains and assists with rigging under the direction of a Journey Level employee or Supervisor. Assists with and/or performs mechanical bolting under the direction of a Journey Level employee or Supervisor. May perform Fire Watch, Associate 1 or Associate 2 duties. Must acquire three (3) additional Ship Repair Skills to progress to the next level. Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.

Job Classification:

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Compensation

Salary:

$37.94 per Hour Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 At least 4 years

Education Required:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

N/A