WELDER 3/C

Company: East Coast Repair And Fabrication, LLC
Location: Newport News
Posted on: May 17, 2025

Job Description:

JOB TITLE



WELDER 3/C




LOCATION



NEWPORT NEWS - NEWPORT NEWS, VA US (Primary)





JOB TYPE



Full-Time




JOB CLASSIFICATION



Hourly




EXEMPTION TYPE



Non-Exempt




EDUCATION



High School Diploma/GED




JOB DESCRIPTION



JOB SUMMARY:
A welder with approximately 1 to 2 years of experience welding together metal components of products by performing the following duties and exhibiting the following skill sets.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
CRAFT:
* Grinds as needed for welding
* Works alongside other trades to receive direction to accomplish assigned work
* Pulls lines and helps set up as directed by supervisor
* Follows jobsite cleanliness principles
* Shows initiative and notifies supervision of work stoppages
* Proficient in SMAW process in all positions for CS
* Novice in SMAW process in all positions for HY, HSLA, and CRES
* Proficient in GMAW process in 1G-4G positions for CS
* Proficient in FCAW process for CS base metal in 1G-4G positions
* Learning FCAW process for HY, HSLA, and CRES
* Proficient in Stud welding for CS and CRES
* Utilizes workmanship training to identify and correct weld defects prior to VT
TOOLS:
* Proficient use of power tools (grinders, needle guns, burr motors, etc.)
* Uses weld gauges to check for over/under weld
* Correct set up of tools prior to use (heat, wire speed, tagging lines, drop tests, etc.)
* Knowledge of power tool safety, (correctly identifying kick direction and pinch points)
* Proficient in maintenance for welding machines (replacing tips, gas diffusers, liners, etc.)
* Learning to diagnose complex issues with welding equipment
PROCEDURAL:
* Understands fire safety principles (hot work tickets, positioning firewatches, 35' rule, etc.)
* Practical knowledge of industry safety standards/training
* Understands and adheres to preheat and interpass requirements
* Reads weld symbols
* Requires continuous supervision to accomplish work




JOB REQUIREMENTS



QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Graduation from a standard apprenticeship/trade/vocational school.
2. High school diploma or GED required and 4 or more years of related experience or equivalent of training and experience.
3. Ability to gain access to military installations.
4. Must pass a drug test and background check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and seek help with weights over 50 pounds.
2. Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs/vertical ladders; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
This is a physically demanding position and may accommodate some physical disabilities. Physical dexterity may be required when performing walk thru and inspection of job sites. In the performance of the walk thru you will be required to transverse steep stairwells, vertical ladders and bending or stooping thru tight spaces. There may be occasional lifting of materials weighing not more than 50 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
This position works on the jobsite. There is exposure to hostile environments, loud noises, hazardous chemicals/fumes and airborne particles, smoke, extreme temperatures moving mechanical parts: high, precarious places. During work-site visits will be required to wear appropriate PPE including, but not limited to:

• Hard Hat
  
• Ear Plugs or Attenuator
  
• Safety Shoes
  
• Dust Mask or Respirator
  
• Gloves
  
  
  
  
  
  

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