Second Shift Welder I

Location: 10000 NW 2nd, Oklahoma City, OK 73127

Second shift with shift differential pay.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural and pipe welding assignments in barge and boat repair, fabrication, cargo tanks, and internal compartments.
• Maintain a safe working environment; notify foreman or supervisor of any safety or structural issues.
• Prepare surfaces for welding by grinding in repair and fabrication areas.
• Complete full penetration welds on specialty components, internal compartments, cargo tanks, external surfaces, and repair areas.
• Operate welding and grinding equipment using vacuum pumps, air pumps, compressors, blowers, meters, hoses, and other tools.
• Weld steel plate and pipe as directed by a foreman or supervisor to complete repairs, fabrication, or modifications.
• Safely and efficiently use hand, power, and cutting tools.
• Consult with foreman or supervisor regarding installation or repair problems, sequence of operations, and time required.
• Remove high spots and cut bevels using hand files, portable grinders, and cutting torches.
• Tack weld clips and brackets in place prior to permanent welding.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to safely use welding machines, grinders, hand, and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Proficient in safety equipment usage; able to qualify for safety equipment use.
• High performance and strong team player.
• Commitment to company values and safety program.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training that provides required knowledge, abilities, and skills.
• Ability to speak clearly and effectively; bilingual preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a shipyard environment.

Physical Activities & Requirements

• Ability to work in harsh environments (heat, cold, rain, ice) both inside and outside.
• Able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and operate equipment safely.
• Work requires long periods of sitting in awkward positions, standing on varied surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal structural members.