Location
Newport News, VA | United States
Job description
Job Title: Structural Welder (MIG, Flux-Core, MIG Pulse ARC)
Industry: Navy Shipbuilding/Repair
Worksite Location: Newport News Shipyard, Newport News, VA
Contract Length: 2+ years
Per Diem: $120/days worked, non-Taxed!
Pay: $38-$45 per hour, depending on experience
Job Description/Requirements:
Structural Welder
Navy Shipbuilding/Repair
Weld Testing:
MIG PULSE ARC: Open Root Weld. Root must pass a visual inspection. To pass you have to weld the frontside carbon arc gouging and then cut the back side. This is a 3-position test, and all plates are x-rayed (2G, 3G, 4G). You must meet a specific parameter of 20.1-23, and wire speed must be between 155-175.
FLUX-CORE: Utilize the 1/16th wire only (71T-1) to complete a 3-position test (2G, 3G, 4G) that will be visually inspected, and bend tested. This is NOT an open root, you will be welding on a 1 inch thick plate with a backing plate. You cannot have to high or too low voltage. You must meet a specific parameter of 25-27, anything over or less will result in not passing the test and improper heating. Wire speed must be at 1880 for flux, could possibly go as low as 150 but passing is 180. Final pass can be any height as long as it’s above zero. Welds are bend tested.
MIG: .045 only. This is a 2G test. For MIG you cannot have too high or too low voltage. You must meet a specific parameter of 25-27, anything over or less will result in not passing the test and improper heating. Wire speed must be at 280.
Why This Opportunity?
Best Pay in the industry, Per Diem, 2 year contract (Could be extended, could go direct), Weekly Pay, Benefits/PTO, Rehire Capabilities, Great Resume Builder, Min 4 years of Experience, Potential Overtime, Clearance Sponsorship
ALL Applicants need:
U.S. Birth Certificate OR Passport
Steel Toed Boots
4+ Years of Applicable, Professional, Experience
Per Diem Documents (IF Traveling)
To meet Compliance requirements for Base Access and Employment
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$38 - $45 per hour
