Welder - Journey Level

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

Pay Rate: $37.48/hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Successfully performs work individually, as a member of a single craft crew, or a multi-craft work crew.

• Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures.
• Consistently exceeds Journeyman standards.
• Works in the shop as a positive addition to the workforce, applying shipboard skills.
• Works from ship specifications, work orders and applicable working drawings and blueprints, i.e., form, shape, fit, and weld on vessels.
• Researches and suggests solutions to conditions requiring comprehensive condition found reports (CFRs).
• Responsible for being conversant in all quality assurance requirements.
• Performs burning and effectively uses scarfing tip for clean up, bevel parts, etc.
• Performs Arc welding - SMAW, FCAW, GMAW.
• Performs carbon arc gouging for weld preparation and cleanup.
• Properly cares for and safely uses hand and power tools.
• Coordinates the performance and completion of job specifications
• Demonstrated ability to do basic shipboard layout.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Incumbent performs similar work in all areas of the Yard as the need arises.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Communicates effectively, work independently or in a group.
• Ability to do basic math, i.e. add, subtract, divide and multiply, including fractions.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Working knowledge of fitting and welding requirements of stainless, aluminum, 8018, and 11018.
• Thorough knowledge of marine fitting including compound shapes.
• Ability to do square footage and weight calculations if required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 5-10 years relevant work experience.
• Proven skills, work history and/or applicable education will be considered in lieu of work experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Welder - Certifiable in 11018, dual shield and SMAW.
• Four hour fire watch certification
• HAZWOPER- First Responder Awareness Level.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sitting, standing, walking, crouching, kneeling/crawling, stooping, twisting, climbing, balancing, reaching, handling/grasping, fingering/feeling, pushing/pulling, lifting/carrying.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Talking, hearing, vision, depth perception, color vision, field of vision.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

• Interaction/communication with others: Frequently- Interacts with others to ensure ongoing safety of operation. May work with several individuals in a confined space.
• Works alone/independently: Frequently- Works in the presence of other individuals performing duties.
• Directs/supervises others: Not Required.
• Repetitive work: Work is similar on a day to day basis.
• Attention to detail: Must perform all tasks in compliance with regulatory agency standards.
• Flexibility: May move from one job to another, unexpectedly.
• Other mental/psychological demands: Works in a noisy environment, and works at heights.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works indoors: Frequently- Works indoors exposed to temperature variances, vibrations, humidity, chemicals, dust and noise.
• Works outdoors: Frequently- Works on shipboard exposed to typical outdoor weather.
• Safety equipment required: Wears welding helmet, long pants, long sleeved shirt, eye protection, hearing protection, respirator, hard hat, and leather shoes.
• Other Exposures: Smoke, acids, degreasing cleaners, fumes, free silica, asbestos, dust, weld flash, paints, solvents, oil and grease.
• Operation of equipment/tools/vehicles: Uses grinders, hand/power tools, air torches, welding machines, comealong, chainfall, hammer, wedges, wire feeders, compressed gas tanks, plate shears, automatic multihead burning machine, hydraulic press and punch, large and small plate rolls, carbon saw, large surface slab for securing fabrication, overhead and jib cranes and rigging, drill presses and a complete range of handtools.
• Required hygiene standards: Per company standards.
• Other: None

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

At Vigor, our unions offer a generous benefits package that may include:

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.