Pipewelder

Norfolk, VA
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Overview

Industry

Marine

Location

Norfolk, VA

Branch Number

20739

Hourly Rate

$28.50-$32

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Job Description

  
PeopleReady Skilled Trades – Marine Division is hiring experienced Local Pipe welders JM1-JM4 to work at NASSCO in the Norfolk yard. Interested candidates must have a minimum of 3 years' experience working in a shipyard environment and meet the criteria below. All candidates will need to be able to pass a drug screen and background check in order to obtain DBIDs.
Pay 
  •  $28- $32/hour DOE
Journeyman 4 Experience Required
  • Have a working knowledge and understanding of welding standards, such as Tech-Pub-278, Tech-Pub-248, MIL-STD-1689 and proper joint designs IAW MIL-STD-22D. 
  • Have the ability to weld all types of materials, to tig and stick, weld plate, pipe including piping joints such as sockets, butts,E.B rings, backing rings and open butts. 
  • Have experience with various metals such as cuni, monel, stainless steel, alum and carbon steel/cromoly. 
  • Be able to set up and operate welding machines such as SYNCHROWAVE 250 and POWCON ST-300.
  • Be able to trouble shoot problems with tig lines and machines. 
  • Be able to weld with the use of a mag-base mirror for tig and stick. 
  • Have the ability to utilize Metro PCP 912-04 for P-I piping.
Interested?
Locals and Travelers are encouraged to apply!- Rates will differ for Travelers 
Contact a recruiter today:
Crystal Cornish
Lead Trade Recruiter, Marine Division
Direct: (757) 821-2870
Cell: (619) 889-0473
Send your resume to:
ccornish@peopleready.com

Responsibilities

The work schedule is 0600 to 1445 with 45 min lunch or 1500 to 2300.  

JOURNEYPERSON 3 (Pipe Welder)
  • Be able to weld different materials with stick and tig. 
  • Have the ability to weld pipe and plate including butts, sockets, and backing rings. 
  • Have experience with carbon steel/cromoly, cuni and stainless steel materials.
  • Be able to operate with welding banks and some knowledge of the operation of welding machines such as SYNCHROWAVE 250 and POWCON ST-300.
  • Be able to troubleshoot problems with tig lines and machines.

JOURNEYPERSON 2 (Pipe Welder)
  • Have some knowledge of proper weld joint designs. 
  • Have the ability to stick weld and a willingness to learn tig. 
  • Have experience with various metals helpful but not mandatory. 
  • Ability to operate with welding banks.

JOURNEYPERSON 1 (Pipe Welder)
  • Have the ability to stick weld fillet and butt joints. 
  • Have a willingness to learn other procedures. 
  • Be able to pass 6-G carbon steel pipe welding test.

 Visual Requirements: The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach or performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as ones by electricians, technicians, service people, painters, mechanics, etc.
 
Must be able to climb on and around ships and walk to other yard areas and requires extended periods of standing and walking (75%). Inspections and work may require climbing ladders, working at heights, walking on scaffolding and observing co-workers using tools and equipment. Lifting/carrying tools and parts weighing up to 50 lbs. on frequent basis.  Standing, bending, sitting, reaching, pushing, pulling, crouching, kneeling, handling, finger dexterity, feeling, eye/hand/foot coordination, seeing, hearing required. Selecting appropriate tools for jobs, as per trade classification. Works in tight, confined work spaces on board ship and is exposed to varied temperatures, wind, wet and humid conditions.

Must be able to obtain DBIDS and NAVSEA badges.

The hourly rate for this position is $28.50-$32/hour. This range is a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.

In addition to monetary compensation, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, short-term disability, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity. More information can be found by visiting flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates. Other compensations include referral bonuses opportunities. Learn more at https://skilled.peopleready.com/referral/.

PeopleReady Skilled Trades is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.

TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com or 1.800.610.8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.

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PeopleReady Skilled Trades is a specialized division of PeopleReady, a TrueBlue company (NYSE: TBI). Since 1987, we have connected tradespeople and work across a wide range of trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, solar installations and more. Whether you need a single tradesperson or require a coordinated effort to dispatch skilled workers across multiple projects, we ensure you have the right people with the right tools, on-site and on time.