Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, preparing graduates for immediate employment. The American Welding Society (AWS) reports approximately 771,000 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a need for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029. In Port Orchard, WA, welders can earn an average of $1,500 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $55,000 annually. Trade schools, welding institutes, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
Welder, Combination, Maintenance This is a waterfront shipboard construction and re-modernization position, working within shipyards and drydocks onboard U.S. Naval ships. The incumbent will be working in varying temperatures of high heat in the summer and cold in the winter preforming the following tasks: Contingencies: Satisfaction of all eligibility requirements as dictated by any customer account or business area that you will be supporting. The eligibility requirements for continued employment in this position include, but may not be limited to, obtaining DBIDS, and access to all shipyards. Further information may be provided under separate cover. • Applies appropriate welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other materials that require welding. • Works from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, or work orders. • Lays out and marks points on parts or subassemblies using rule, square, scribe or templates. • Uses measuring instruments and hand tools to position pieces that require welding into jigs, holding fixtures, guides, and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools. • May inspect completed work for conformance to specifications. • Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. • Participates in special projects, as required. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED: • Education: High School Diploma/GED • Required Experience: 1+ years of related experience • Location: On Customer Site • US Citizenship Required GDIT IS YOUR PLACE: • 401K with company match • Comprehensive health and wellness packages • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays #hireshipyardcareersgdit Work Requirements Years of Experience 1 + years of related experience • may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification Travel Required 10-25% Citizenship U.S. Citizenship Required Salary and Benefit Information The likely hourly rate for this position is between $24.76 - $33.50. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. View information about benefits and our total rewards program. About Our Work We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
See More Details >>Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLaser Welder Department: Metal Fabrication– Welding department Reports to: Welding Lead Location: Port Orchard, WA Experience: On the job training Job Type: Full-Time) Education: Min. High School Diploma or equivalent Travel: None About Us Tournesol Siteworks is a manufacturer of landscape products for green buildings based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We’re a growing company, with manufacturing facilities in California, Washington and Texas, working on environmentally-conscious commercial construction projects across the U.S and Canada. We’re a tight-knit group looking for a real team player. About the Team The Welding team is currently seeking a driven individual to learn laser welding in our Port Orchard, WA manufacturing facility. The Welding team works together with other departments, build, assemble and ship products for the commercial construction industry. About the Role This position will work directly with new laser welding , you will work under the direction of the Welding Lead and directly with the Production Team welding aluminum, you will use metal processing equipment and tools. Welders will also be involved in processing materials for custom products from CAD drawings. You’ll be based in our Port Orchard, WA manufacturing facility. You’ll have a direct hand in accomplishing our #1 goal – a successful project in every way. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Read and interpret production orders • Inspect the quality of the material before, during and after the various processes to ensure quality standards are met • Complete required paperwork for inventory purposes • Report defective material and faulty equipment to Production Manager immediately • Maintain a clean work environment and abide by all plant safety regulations and work rules Necessary Skills • 1+ years of experience operating laser welding equipment • Mathematic skill a plus. • Read measuring tape • Ability to lift more than 50lbs, jib cranes are available in workstations • You should have strong attention to detail • Reliable transportation, regular attendance and punctuality are critical Benefits • Competitive salary • Paid time off • Paid holidays • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance • 401k with employer match • Profit sharing 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, unless accommodation would cause undue hardship to the business. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Physical Demands Lift/Carry Push/Pull Bend Frequency < 10 lbs 11-20 lbs 26-40 lbs 41-100 lbs < 12 lbs 13-25 lbs 26-40 lbs 41-100 lbs Squat/kneel Sit Walk Stand Climb Crawl Reach above shoulder Handling / Fingering Twist/Turn Keyboard Occasionally X X X X X X X Frequently X X X Constantly X X X X X X X X Occasionally – Activity or condition exists 1/3 of the time Frequently – Activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Constantly – Activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time “Frequently” or “Constantly” are ESSENTIAL elements, or demands occurring in the job since they exist, in general, more than half of the time. Physical demands which are designated “Occasional” may be considered essential depending on other conditions.
See More Details >>We are currently seeking shipboard Marine Welders for fleet modernization in the Seattle, WA and Bremerton, WA areas. As a Marine Welder at HII Mission Technologies, you will play a critical role in supporting our Systems Integrations department. Job Requirements To be successful in this role, you must have: • A high school education, or trade school equivalent, and 2 years of related experience. • Formal weld and/or brazing training and/or combination piping and plate welding qualifications. • The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. What You'll Do You will install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment, perform various maintenance and technical support tasks, analyze and evaluate products, troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions, and provide onsite training to customer support personnel.
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