Welder Jobs

If you are looking for a challenging rewarding career, then consider joining Fraser Shipyards! With a passion for the maritime industry, Fraser Shipyards has decades of experience in building and servicing crafts of all shapes and sizes. Customers count on the quality and responsiveness of Fraser's people, products, and services for everything from in situ emergency repairs to brand-new craft to large industrial fabrications. Known for a commitment to quality, a reputation for reliability and outstanding values, Fraser Shipyards is further committed to provide a safe work environment. Job Summary The welder is a skilled manufacturing position that is responsible for supporting the building and repair process of steel vessels for a variety of customers. The welder must follow the building instructions that comply with the regulatory specs to successfully support the build and repair of the vessel. Must be able to pass a SA/5V weld certification (see attachement). This position is primarily for our new construction projects, but may also be utilized in the field for repair business. Responsibilities Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations. Clamp, hold, tack-weld, grind component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding. Using MIG or TIG weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions Produce consistent quality welds on steel using GMAW and GTAW processes with primary focus on GMAW. Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits. Operates a wide variety of handheld and power-assisted tools and production fixtures Ensures quality and accuracy of their work Reports issues to supervisor or to team lead Positions and secures parts, using hoist, crane, wire and banding machine, or hand tools. Selects, positions, and secures torch, cutting tips, or welding rod, according to type, thickness, area, and desired temperature of metal. Guides and directs flame or electrodes on or across work piece to straighten, bend, melt, or build up metal. Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position Required Skills & Abilities Skills in welding & fabrication, experience in fitting preferred Knowledge and expertise in steel welding Knowledge in standard build practices in comparable manufacturing environments Follows directions and procedures under limited supervision Conducts basic problem-solving skills under supervision Effectively communicate to supervisor and manager Adheres to all procedures and safe work practices Active Listening

• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Mathematics
• Managing one's own time and the time of others. Critical Thinking
• Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Time Management
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Qualifications Applicants with prior experience preferred Weld Certificate or education from a technical school preferred. Candidates must be able to pass a qualification test prior to being considered for hire. Physical requirements Position requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, crawling, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity. Must be able to work in tight, confined spaces, such as accessing manholes, and awkward positions for long periods of time. Use of manufacturing equipment. Work in areas at times that are not environmentally controlled. Work in environment where harmful dusts, fogs, fumes, gases, etc. might be present and the use of a respirator may be required. Ability to work in inclement weather conditions/areas that at times are not environmentally controlled. Able to move/lift/pull/push 50 lbs. Ability to visit vessels in a variety of ports, which requires some travel, by i.e. air, bus, car, etc. Employees must be able to reach various work locations on their own. Applicants will have to pass an USCG/ABS weld assessment prior to moving to the second stage of the hiring process. Applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen prior to employment start. Fraser Shipyards is an equal opportunity employer including disability and vets. Fraser Shipyards offers competitive pay with excellent benefits: Medical, Dental, & Life Insurance 401(k) Contributions Paid Time Off Pay determined on weld assessment and experience and can be up to $31.01/hour with passing of certain weld certificates. Final applicants must complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen prior to employment start. All offers of employment at Fraser Industries are contingent upon negative results of a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
• Using mathematics to solve problems. Equipment Selection