Welder- Class B
Trident Maritime Systems · Newport News, VA · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Perform FCAW (Flux Core) and GMAW (MIG) welding on mild steel components in a shop environment
- Execute table-top fabrication and welding in a controlled production setting
- Produce consistent, high-quality welds with attention to bead profile and overall appearance
- Perform multi-pass welds with proper bead placement and sequencing
- Maintain first-time quality standards and minimize rework
- Perform grinding, cleaning, and finishing of welds to meet production and quality expectations
- Follow work instructions, blueprints, and supervisor direction as required
- Absorb and execute basic fit-up tasks when required to support workflow
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Comply with all company safety, quality, and operational procedures
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of welding experience
- Minimum 2 years of shop-based welding experience (fabrication shop preferred)
- Minimum of two (2) welding certifications required, including FCAW (Flux Core) and GMAW (MIG)
- Additional welding certifications (up to four total) are preferred
- Experience with FCAW (Flux Core) and GMAW (MIG) welding processes required
- Ability to produce consistent weld quality with limited supervision
- Experience performing multi-pass welds with proper technique and bead control
- Experience with grinding and finishing work to meet quality expectations
- Must be able to pass company-required welding tests (MIL-SPEC / NAVSEA standards as applicable)
- Strong work ethic and ability to perform in a production-focused environment
- Able to follow instructions and work effectively within a team