Capitol Boiler Works, Inc. is a well-established mechanical contracting company offering true 24/7/365 service in all mechanical crafts. CBW serves the DC Metro area and parts of West Virginia and Delaware, with offices located in VA and MD. Our primary focus is commercial and industrial customers in the region, with a specialty in property management companies. Capitol Boiler Works, Inc. is a privately held company serving the region since 1936. CBW is currently seeking the right individual to fill a full-time opening for Welder. We offer a competitive benefits package including: • Health • Dental • Vision • Life & Disability • Supplemental Ins. • 401k • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Health Savings Account (HSA) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include any/all of the following: • Lays out, positions, and secures parts and assembles according to specifications, using straight edge, combination square, calipers, and ruler • Tack-welds or welds components and assembles using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment. • Cuts work piece, using powered saws hand shears or chipping knife • Melts lead bar, wire, or scrap to add lead to joint or to extrude melted scrap into reusable form. • Installs or repairs equipment such as lead pipes, valves, floors, and tank linings. • Observes tests on welded surfaces such as hydrostatic, x-ray, and dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications. • Inspects grooves, angles, or gap allowances using a micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring instruments. • Removes rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file or scraper. • Welds components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. • Heats, forms, and dresses metal parts using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment. • Ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc/ • Analyzes engineering drawing and specifications to play layout, assembly, and welding operations. • Develops templates and other work aids to hold and align parts. • Use safe work habits and operate safety equipment properly. • Determines equipment and welding method, applying knowledge or metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques. • Examine workpieces for defects. • Measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to meet specifications. • Primarily uses stick welding 60-10 and 70-18. Need to be able to certify in 6G position. • Documents tests and inspection dates and results. • Maintains inventory records for welding supplies used and utilized on jobs. • Use straightedges, combination squares, rulers, and calipers to lay out, position, alight, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly. • Operate hand and power tools such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment. • Completes work orders, list materials issued and used, and documents work repairs. • Assists area staff as needed. • Ensures that management is appropriately informed of area activities and of any significant problems. • Ensures regulatory requirements and established procedures are met. • Follows safety requirements. • Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained. • Completes special projects as assigned. • Attends and participates in meetings as required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • High school education/G.E.D. • At least 3 years of experience in welding (Prior certification required). • Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. LANGUAGE SKILLS • Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. • Ability to write complex sentences, using proper punctuation, and using adjectives and adverbs. • Able to communicate in complex sentences, using normal word order with present and past tenses with good vocabulary. QUALIFICATION STANDARDS • Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards/requirement. • Ability to meet and maintain all qualitative and quantitative productivity standards. • Ability to maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards/requirements. • Compliance with all personnel policies and practices. • Ability to comprehend and carry out safety sensitive duties according to company policies, procedures, and work practices.
See More Details >>Description: Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp is seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Shipyard Welder to support the construction of high-quality, new-build cruise ships. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, technical welding skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment focused on high production standards WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY? • Competitive Pay – $21.00 - $30.00 depending on experience and weld test • Single and Family Medical + Dental + Vision! Full-time employees are eligible for benefits the 1st of the month proceeding start date • $20,000 in AD&D life insurance + short term disability at no cost • Additional supplemental life insurance available • $1,000 signing bonus for full-time positions! Paid in two increments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment • Referral program that pays $500 for each referred employee hired • 401(K)! Eligible to contribute after 1st paycheck and company match after 1 year • Six paid company holidays • Paid sick and vacation! New employees receive 40 hours of sick and 40 hours of vacation time after 90 days of employment. Combined sick and vacation of 96 hours at year 1, 144 hours at year 5, and 168 hours at year 10 • Health Savings Account • An opportunity for career advancement within the department or others on the yard, while working as part of an empowering workforce • Overtime available after 40 hours • $2.00 shift differential for evening and night shifts ABOUT THE JOB: This opportunity is a full-time and benefits-eligible position. Posted 07/15/2025 REPORTS TO: Welding Supervisor/On-Site Foreman/Shipyard Superintendent MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Safely and efficiently perform welding labor to complete construction associated with building cruise ships. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS: • Welding ¼" to 1" steel using FCAW and occasionally SMAW • Plasma cutting • Tack welding with stick and semi-automatic welding equipment (preferred) • Follow instructions from foreman/supervisors on-site and keep the job site clean • Operate industrial welding torches and handle sharp pieces of metal for prolonged periods of time • Operate in isolation within the skeleton of ships, wearing heavy protective gear and carrying equipment weighing 40 to 75 lbs • All other duties as assigned based on operational needs KNOWLEDGE: • Knowledge of proper safety practices. • Certification in FCAW/SMAW processes or equivalent industry credentials (preferred, but not required) • Experience operating forklifts and working in confined spaces • Familiar with industry codes and regulations • Knowledge of safe use of tools and equipment • Work independently and with teams Requirements: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • All types of physical movement are required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions. • Ability to use upper and lower extremities • Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold • Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment, on ladders up to 24' at heights up to 70', stairs, scaffolds, through small accesses, enter inside of tanks, and confined spaces, through hatches, and manholes throughout much of the work shift • Occasionally lift/move up to 75 pounds • Able to work over bodies of water MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required. HAZARDS: Weather, fumes, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration. SHIFT: • Monday – Friday • Day Shift: 6:00am – 2:30pm • Evening Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm Overtime and Weekend required based on business needs.
See More Details >>Description Job Type Full-time Description WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY? • Competitive Pay – $21 - $30 depending on experience, and weld test • Single and Family Medical + Dental + Vision! Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month proceeding start date • $20,000 in AD&D life insurance + short term disability at no cost for full-time employees • $1,000 signing bonus for full-time positions Paid in two increments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment • Referral program that pays $500 for each referred employee hired • 401(K) + company match after 1 year • Six paid company holidays • Paid sick and vacation New employees receive 40 hours of sick and 40 hours of vacation time after 90 days of employment Combined sick and vacation of 96 hours at year 1, 144 hours at year 5, and 168 hours at year 10 • Health Savings Account • An opportunity for career advancement within the department or others on the yard, while working as part of an empowering workforce • Overtime available after 40 hours • $2.00 differential for evening and night shifts ABOUT THE JOB: This opportunity is a full-time and benefits-eligible position. REPORTS TO: Fitting Supervisor/On-Site Foreman/Shipyard Superintendent MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Safely and efficiently perform general carpentry labor to complete construction associated with building cruise ships. Have an aggressive work ethic with a focus on production. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS: • Perform tack welding with stick and semi-automatic welding equipment to secure components or parts in preparation for full welding. • Ensure accurate alignment of workpieces based on blueprint specifications. • Erect the frames, beams, longitudinal and stiffening members that are the core structures of cruise ships. • Install structural outfit items, doors, ladders, foundations. • Tack welding with stick and semi-automatic welding equipment. (preferred) • All other duties as required. KNOWLEDGE: • 3 years experience as a Stick Welder with a focus on tack welding. • Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, welding symbols, and specifications. • Strong attention to detail and precision in tack welding. • Familiar with crane hand signs. (preferred) • Safe use of all tools and equipment. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Requirements PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • All types of physical movement are required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions. • Ability to use upper and lower extremities. • Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold. • Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment, on ladders up to 24' at heights up to 70', stairs, scaffolds, through small accesses, enter tanks, and confined spaces, through hatches, and manholes throughout much of the work shift. • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. • Working over bodies of water. MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required. HAZARDS: Weather, fumes, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration. SHIFTS: • Monday - Friday • Day Shift: 6:00am – 2:30pm • Evening Shift: 3:00pm-11:30pm • Overtime and Weekend required based on business needs Posted 6/11/2025
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Salisbury, MD typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with projections indicating a need for 320,500 new welders by 2029. In Salisbury, the median weekly wage for welders is approximately $1,000, with experienced welders earning up to $1,500 per week. Training programs through community colleges and technical schools, along with apprenticeships, offer pathways to this lucrative career, which often includes benefits and opportunities for advancement into supervisory or specialized roles.
