Shipyard Welding Foreman L3

Shipyard Welding Foreman L3 Lind Marine

LLC - 3.0

Vallejo, CA Job Details Full-time $45 - $55 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) Staff supervision Outdoor work Managing production or assembly teams American Welding Society (AWS) standards Following blueprint specifications Gas metal arc welding Technical Proficiency Flux-cored welding Full Job Description About Us Lind Marine is a full-service maritime and marine-construction company providing ship repair, dredging, heavy-lift operations, waterfront construction, and vessel support services for commercial and government clients. Our work ranges from shipyard overhauls to complex field operations throughout the San Francisco Bay and Delta. We believe in our people, providing best in class services and protecting our environment in everything we do. Position Summary We are seeking a dual-role professional to lead our welding production while driving the growth of the shipyard through accurate project bidding. You will be responsible for overseeing high-quality welding operations for ship repair and occasional new construction, as well as developing detailed cost estimates and proposals for future contracts.

Pay Range:

$46 - $55 per hour

Location:

Mare Island (Vallejo, CA) Reports to:

Director of Shipyard & Manufacturing Weld Production Supervision:

Team leadership: Direct daily activities for a crew of up to 10+ welders and fitters including contract workers ensuring work matches bid's scope.

Scheduling:

manage manpower and equipment to meet tight dry-docking and delivery deadlines.

QC:

Visually inspect fitment and weld quality, and ensure work meets codes such as ABS, USCG, and AWS.

Leadership/Soft Skills:

Good communication, conflict resolution, and the ability to manage, motivate, and train workers.

Other Responsibilities:

Cost Analysis:

Perform detailed material take-offs and labor estimates from structural blueprints and ship drawings.

Proposal Development:

Help to create competitive bid packages for commercial and possible government contracts (ABS, USCG). Oversight for

Regulatory Sign-offs:

Serve as primary liaison with

ABS/USCG

for steel repair inspections and manage sign-offs for all completed repairs.

Risk Management:

Identify potential technical hurdles during the bid phase to ensure project profitability. Oversee 3rd party

Welder Certifications:

Facilitate the shipyard's welder certifications to maintain ABS compliance.

Required Qualifications:

Experience:

7-10 years of structural welding experience in a shipyard or heavy industrial environment, with at least 2 years in supervisory and/or estimating role.

Technical Knowledge:

Proficiency in SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW; ability to read complex marine blueprints and weld symbols.

Code Mastery:

Deep familiarity with AWS D1.1, and ABS standard items.

General Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred with technical school training). Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights, and sometimes in varying weather conditions. Proficiency in computer software such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook). Benefits Paid Sick Leave and Vacation Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match 10 Paid Holidays per Year Compliance & Workplace Policies Lind Marine is a drug-free workplace. All employment offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test, health screening, and background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Lind Marine LLC is committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other protected status. Pay Transparency Disclosure The base pay range for this position is $45.00 to $55.00 per hour. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Lind Marine reserves the right to revise this range at any time.