Shipyard Welder

Aerotek5 months ago
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
On-site
Contract
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Structural Welder (Pulse Arc) – This Contract role is based in Milwaukee, WI. We are seeking a skilled welder with expertise in Pulse Arc Welding to help build the next generation of the naval fleet, including work on aircraft carriers and submarines. Compensation: $45/hr and $140 in per diem.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform multi-pass, all-position fillet and butt welds using GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P processes.
  • Utilize Air Carbon Arc Gouging effectively.
  • Work in various environments including shipboard and sub-assemblies while adhering to OSHA regulations.
  • Use fillet and butt weld gauges accurately.
  • Successfully pass all-position, multi-pass butt weld qualification tests per MIL-STD-248D standards.

Required Qualifications

  • Four years of welding experience.
  • Proficiency in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P welding processes.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and on ladders or staging.
  • Familiarity with OSHA regulations in the shipbuilding industry.

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Required Skills

Multi-pass Welding
GMAW
OSHA Compliance
FCAW
GMAW-P
Fillet and Butt Welds
Pulse Arc Welding
Air Carbon Arc Gouging
SMAW
Confined Space Welding