Welder 1St Class

Shift: ALL

Security Clearance: No Clearance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE (Job Description)

The Welders are responsible for accomplishing work in accordance with work specifications safely, with the highest quality and in a professional manner.

POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training/Experience)

• Possesses standard tools for a welder.

• Able to work different shifts.

• Must have good knowledge of ship board spaces.

• Must have knowledge of weld symbols.

• Must pass HY-80 Pipe Test 6G (SMAW)

• Must pass Flux-core HY 80 test.

• Must pass Aluminum Plate test.

• Tack weld 11018 (SMAW).

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

• Must be able to safely hook up and operate a torch.

• Must have knowledge of WAFs

• Must be able to follow instructions and work well with others.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

X

Carrying

X

Lifting

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Pulling

X

Must be able to go on vessels

Crawling

X

Sitting

X

Visual Requirements

X

Crouching

X

Standing

X

Hearing

X

Stooping

Other

X

Kneeling

X

Talking

Visual Requirements: Must be able to pass a Standard Jaeger's Test chart for near vision acuity reading J1 letters or equivalent with or without corrective aids and pass a color vision test using Ishihara's Tests for Color Deficiency.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to shop supervisor. This position develops and maintains a positive working relationship with other Welders and supports a team approach in the pursuit of common company goals.

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PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assures that tank/compartment has an updated safe for hot work ticket and that requirements of the ticket have been met. (Example: ventilation, lighting, safety equipment etc.).

• Assures that conditions of the tank/compartment have not changed since the ticket was written. (Example: fuel run back, unsafe working conditions, etc.).

• Assures that a Work Authorization Form (WAF) ticket is on the job site and that it is for the specific job being accomplished, no work will be accomplished without a WAF posted at location of repairs.

• Assures that any other safety issues are complied with that relate to the specific job being accomplished (Example: special staging, face shields for grinding, protective clothing for hot work related jobs, breathing apparatus with correct cartridges, etc).

• Assures that you are trained or qualified for the work you are assigned to do (Example: JLG, forklift, welding, brazing, special electrical/mechanical repairs and etc.).

• Assures that General Dynamics-NASSCO's Safety Procedures, including testing, are utilized for all torch work.

• Assures that you and personnel working under your direction are working as safely and as productively as possible maintaining quality control at all times.

• Assures that a 30 minute cool down period has been accomplished in hot work areas.

• Assures that fire watches are assigned and maintained in the proper position.

• Assures that the job site is left in a safe and clean condition prior to departure.

• Assures that personnel have work package and the necessary drawings, technical manuals, or specifications required for them to adequately accomplish their work assignments.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Responsible for effective, efficient and safe accomplishment of all assigned tasks.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT ISSUE

None.

UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of the job. Must have dependable transportation. Weekend work and/or extended hours may be required. Must be able to access all work locations, including government and private shipyards and/or vessels.

Pay Range: $29.30 - $38.72 per hour

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity. At NASSCO Bremerton, we anticipate making salary offers between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range. Offers will be based on experience, abilities & duties of the NASSCO job be applied for and NASSCO employees performing similar work.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health offerings such as medical, dental, and vision

• Health Savings Account to cover you and your dependents

• Earn 120 hours per year of paid time off

• 8 Company paid Holidays

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Life and accidental death insurance

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Nearest Secondary Market: Seattle

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