Structural Welder J1-J4 (DAY SHIFT)

About the Role

General Dynamics NASSCO, a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit, is seeking 5 Structural Welders (J1-J4) for the day shift (6 am - 2:45 pm) in Norfolk, Virginia. This role involves advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets.

Responsibilities

• Weld using SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW welding processes
• Work with various base metals, including HY-80 and HY-100
• Understand different wire and gas combinations
• Produce welds acceptable for N.D.T.
• Weld steel, aluminum, copper nickel, and stainless steel
• Read weld gauges and use hand tools
• Follow standard item 1689 and 5S guidelines

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED plus 2 years of directly related shipbuilding/ship repair experience
• Ability to access all Navy installations and other shipyards by obtaining DBIDS and NAVSEA badges

Qualifications

The qualifications vary by Journeyman level (J1-J4), with increasing proficiency and independence as follows:

• Journeyman 4 (Welder): Proficient in SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW; knowledgeable about welding on different base metals; able to work with minimal supervision.
• Journeyman 3 (Welder): Skilled in SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW; able to weld some pipe using SMAW; works with little supervision.
• Journeyman 2 (Welder): Competent in SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW; able to hook up oxygen-acetylene torch; works under supervision.
• Journeyman 1 (Welder): Basic proficiency in SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW; able to hook up oxygen-acetylene torch; works under close supervision; knowledgeable about weld symbols.

Physical Requirements

• Carrying, lifting, walking, climbing, pulling, crawling, sitting, crouching, standing, stooping, kneeling
• Visual and hearing requirements
• Ability to go on vessels