Maritime Welder (Barges)

Added on 4/24/2026 Maritime Welder (Barges) Location Caruthersville, Missouri Job type Contract/Temporary Salary $ 20 - $ 25 / Hour Category Marine/Shipyard - Welding/Pipe Fitting Are you ready to watch your career set sail? Look no further! PDS Tech Commercial Inc has just the opportunity you have been looking for. At PDS Tech, we're not just offering employment opportunities; we're building futures. As a leading force in the industry, we're on the lookout for talented welders to join our team in Caruthersville, MO. With a focus on innovation, safety, and growth, we provide the perfect environment for you to thrive and shine. As a Maritime Welder / Shipfitter you play a vital role in shaping our client's future! Pay = $20-25/hour (dependent on experience with FCAW) - no per diem is offered Duration = long term/temp to hire As a Maritime Welder, your expertise in Flux Core Arc Welding will be put to the test as you perform with precision and efficiency on river maritime vessels and barges. All candidates will need to successfully complete required welding / shipfitting tests to meet quality standards. Additional responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Verify conformance of work pieces to specifications, using squares, rulers, and measuring tapes. Align and fit parts according to specifications. Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units, following blueprints. Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as brakes, rolls, shears, cutting torches, grinders, and drill presses, to bend, cut, form, punch, drill, or otherwise form and assemble metal components. Lay out and examine metal stock or work pieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met. Tack-weld fitted parts together. What Do We Want to Know About You? We're looking for candidates who possess: High school degree or equivalent. 1+ years welding experience. Ability to read and understand blueprints along with 3D prints/schematic Physically able to lift 50 pounds - inclusive of walking/climbing stairs Comfortable working in smaller/enclosed spaces within the ship Are you ready to set sail with a new career with PDS? If you're ready to join our team of welding superheroes, we want to hear from you! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of something big. Why Choose PDS Tech Commercial? Competitive compensation package Opportunities for career advancement and professional development Supportive and collaborative work environment Don't delay…apply today and let's set sail building a brighter future together!

Pay Details:

$20.00 to $25.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.