Structural Welder (Pulse Arc) - 217689

Structural Welder (Pulse Arc)

• 217689 Chipton-Ross Newport News, VA Job Details Full-time | Contract Up to $55 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Stick welding OSHA (regulatory compliance area) Safety regulations Welders (tool) High school diploma or GED Shipbuilding Gas metal arc welding Flux-cored welding Full Job Description Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple experienced Structural Welders (Pulse Arc) for a long-term contract opportunity supporting naval shipbuilding operations in Newport News, VA.

This role is ideal for senior welders with strong shipyard experience who are confident passing advanced welding qualifications without remedial training. Required Qualifications To be considered, candidates must meet all requirements below: Minimum 4 years of experience at naval shipyard as a First-Class Welder Proven ability to perform multi-pass, all-position fillet and butt welds using: SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding) GMAW-P (Pulse Arc Welding) ★ Required Air Carbon Arc Gouging experience Proficient with oxygen/propane heating torches Skilled in the proper use of fillet and butt weld gauges Experience working in physically demanding environments, including shipboard spaces, sub-assemblies, ladders, and staging Working knowledge of OSHA regulations specific to the shipbuilding industry High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution Mandatory Welding Qualifications All welders must pass all required welding tests without additional training prior to starting work. Testing will be conducted in accordance with MIL‑STD‑248D, Paragraph 5.3.3.

Required Qualification Tests:

SMAW

• All positions: 2G (Horizontal), 3G (Vertical), 4G (Overhead) FCAW
• All positions: 2G, 3G, 4G GMAW
• 2G (Horizontal) GMAW‑P (Pulse Arc)
• All positions: 2G, 3G, 4G ★ Required Air Carbon Arc Gouging proficiency test

Testing Overview:

Welding Qualification Tests :

: ~22 hours total Visual Inspection of Welds•

Level I:

4 hours

Vision Test:

~5 minutes

Air Carbon Arc Gouging Test:

1 hour

Note:

All tests must be successfully completed prior to the first day of productive work. No training will be provided. If you meet all requirements, can pass the qualification test, and are ready to advance your career, Apply Today!

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

Up to $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Relocation assistance Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

naval shipyard welding: 4 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person