Embarking on a career as a welder in Chula Vista, CA typically begins with technical training or an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports over 402,333 welders nationwide, with a median annual salary of $45,190, translating to approximately $869 per week. In Chula Vista, welders can expect to earn around $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals potentially surpassing $1,200 weekly. Apprenticeships, available through trade schools and unions, offer a pathway to this lucrative career with strong growth potential.
SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE The Welder JM3 Welds fabricated steel components to assemble structural forms in the assembly and production of Navy ship repair and other marine and commercial equipment. Welder JM3 must possess trade specific tools. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / DUTIES • Operates fabrication shop and machine shop machinery and equipment. • Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements • Setup welding equipment • Fit and Tack parts together in preparation for welding • Remove excess slag • Perform precise fitting work on components • Welding • Running lines and leads • Blue print & Weld symbols proficiency • Train Welder JM2 on advanced welding processes • Must adhere to a promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment. • Ensure that employees assigned with Firewatch duties are in place and ready prior to begin hot work • Fill out Job JSA forms PHYSICAL DEMANDS The Welder JM3 must be able to meet and successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following physical demands are representative to the position. The position is active and requires extensive standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing, and crouching. Along with such movements, employee is required to lift parts/machinery of up to 75 pounds. Additional demands are listed below: • Able to climb ladders and work off scaffolding • Able to lift, carry, and or push up to 50 – 75 lbs. throughout the shift (including overtime) • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS • Must be certified in Welding • Ability to weld in all positions • Blueprint proficiency • Ability to troubleshoot major welding equipment problems • Must be able to evaluate the use of various resources and make knowledgeable decisions regarding safety and company procedures and policies • Able to read a tape measure • Pass Welder Workmanship Training (WWT) • Able to operate sawzall, 4” & 7” grinders, and various other tools • Able to use Weld Gauges COMPETENCIES • Communication Proficiency • Flexibility (Job duties & schedule) • Work well with others in all areas where SCW&M is performing work • Follow verbal/written instructions • Able to work independently with no supervision • Teamwork orientation SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTY Welder JM3 position has no supervisory responsibilities. POSITION TYPE / HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. Schedule is Monday- Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. / 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (swing shifts dependent on work load). Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Must be certified Welder • Must have a minimum of 5+ years of ship repair experience and/or skill set. • Must be able to speak and understand Basic English Work Authorization Clearance For E-verify and contract security purposes (including ship access lists), all employees MUST present a valid export document. Acceptable documents are U.S. Birth Certificate, Certificate of Naturalization, Passport, Passport Card and Permanent Resident Card. Other Please consider that duties, responsibilities, and all other points specified in this description can change at any time with or without notice.
See More Details >>Position Location: Chula Vista, CA Summary: Using welding/cutting equipment and various power and hand tools, the welder performs a variety of shop and shipboard welding trade functions. These functions include the repair and/or removal of old structural materials, the installation of new structural materials and complete fabrication of complex structural, mechanical and equipment foundations. Works under direct supervision and performs related work as required. Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Applies basic welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other weldable materials. • Qualified in basic Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW) for various combinations of steel in all positions or Gas Metal Arc (GMAW) for aluminum (spray and pulsed transfer) • Works from blueprints, engineering sketches, and specification requirements to determine materials and construction process required to fabricate component parts to develop a complete unit as designed; • May position pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides, and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools; • Knowledge of the processes and procedures necessary for the proper removal of old equipment and foundations with minimal damage to surrounding materials. • Maintain certification in the welding procedure(s) as required by Quality Assurance Manager. • Fill out Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) forms • Follow Quality Assurance welding procedures • Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. • Participates in special projects as required. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Math Ability: Requires basic math skills such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, division and fractions Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills: Must possess basic computer skills to enter data into different data basis. Education/Experience: • Typically requires 1-5 years related experience. • High School Diploma or GED, plus technical/vocational training or the equivalent combination. • Experience working in the marine welding/fitter trade gained through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training is preferred. • Thorough knowledge of welding standards of SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and/or FCAW welding procedures. • Skill to make complete penetration and complete fusion welds. • Read and understand blueprints and specifications. Certificates and Licenses: Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain a security badge for all military installations and civilian shipyards as needed. Equipment: • General Hand Tools • Welding Machines • Precision Measuring Instruments • Pneumatic and Electric Hand Tools • Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities: • Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, written technical instructions and manuals. • Must possess working knowledge of welding procedures and tools. • Knowledge of welding shrinkage, welding techniques and physical properties of metal. • Ability to qualify using welding procedures on plate and/or pipe. • Must be able to pass Workmanship Inspection training. • Must be able to read and understand material safety data sheets (MDS). • Able to follow safety procedures. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required on a regular basis to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and/or hear. Frequently the employee is required to carry objects that might weigh up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to pass the vision test. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working in a shipboard environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts or working in a confined space. The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
See More Details >>Description: The Pipefitter/Welder is responsible for various types of weld preparation, welding and weld finishing operations, including fitting, modifying, installing and testing piping systems on Navy Ships and other marine vessels. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / DUTIES • Perform a wide variety of layout/fitting/welding required to complete complex jobs from blue prints and drawings/sketches • Ability to read job specifications and blueprints to accomplish requirements • Ability to accomplish piping modifications and new installations with no supervision • Accomplish all type of testing, hydro and air • Must be able to bend and thread piping • Performs shipfitting & welding functions such as but not limited to fit up of structure, butting, snipping, sanding, grinding, prepping, tacking. • Performs other related tasks as assigned. Requirements: KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS • Ability to follow all Safety and Company Policies • Ability to accomplish testing of all systems • Ability to troubleshoot drawing problems and provide solutions • Able to operate various equipment, weld machines, benders/threaders etc. • Have knowledge of all types of piping systems COMPETENCIES • Communication Proficiency • Flexibility (Job duties & schedule) • Follow verbal/written instructions • Able to work independently • Teamwork orientation • Able to work at heights, confined spaces and extended shifts REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Must have a minimum of 7+ years of fitting & welding experience • Arc, GMAW, MIG, TIG welding on • Ship repair/build experience a plus AA/EEO/VEVRAA Marine Group Boat Works, LLC is an AA/EEO employer and VEVRAA contractor and shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Job Type: Full-time
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