1st Class Marine Welder - Military Veterans

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE

• The Welders are responsible for accomplishing work in accordance with work specifications safely, with the highest quality and in a professional manner.
• Welding on a wide variety of materials, using an ever-growing number of welding processes.
• Welding structural assemblies using GMAW and SMAW processes
• Use of tools such as grinders, burr tools, wire brushes, etc.
• Oxy/fuel pre-heat and carbon/arc gouging as well as verifying weld size using weld gauges
• Reading and interpretation of weld symbols, technique sheets, and work packages
• Additional tasks as assigned
• Regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of the job.

• Must have dependable transportation.
• Ability to gain access to local bases.
• Standard tools for a welder.
• Able to work different shifts.
• Must have good knowledge of ship board spaces.
• Must have knowledge of weld symbols.
• Tack weld 11018 (SMAW).
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to follow instructions and work well with others.
• Basic knowledge of weld power source.

• Must be able to pass a Standard Jaeger's Test chart for near vision acuity reading J1 letters or equivalent with or without corrective aids

• This position reports to shop supervisor.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with other Welders
• Supports a team approach in the pursuit of common company goals.

• That tank/compartment has an updated safe for hot work ticket and that requirements of the ticket have been met. (Example: ventilation, lighting, safety equipment etc.).
• Conditions of the tank/compartment have not changed since the ticket was written. (Example: fuel run back, unsafe working conditions, etc.).
• Work Authorization Form (WAF) ticket is on the job site and that it is for the specific job being accomplished, no work will be accomplished without a WAF posted at location of repairs.
• Any other safety issues are complied with that relate to the specific job being accomplished (Example: special staging, face shields for grinding, protective clothing for hot work-related jobs, breathing apparatus with correct cartridges, etc).
• You are trained or qualified for the work you are assigned to do (Example: JLG, forklift, welding, brazing, special electrical/mechanical repairs and etc.).
• Assures that Safety Procedures, including testing, are utilized for all torch work.
• You and personnel working under your direction are working as safely and as productively as possible always maintaining quality control.
• Assures that a 30 minute cool down period has been accomplished in hot work areas.
• Assures that fire watches are assigned and maintained in the proper position.
• That the job site is left in a safe and clean condition prior to departure.
• Assures that personnel have work package and the necessary drawings, technical manuals, or specifications required for them to adequately accomplish their work assignments.