Job Description

Job Title: Structural Welder (Pulse Arc)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Structural Welder with expertise in Pulse Arc welding to join our team. This role requires a minimum of four years of experience in a naval shipyard or similar environment, focusing on first-class welding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-pass, all position fillet, and butt welds using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P processes.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations specific to the shipbuilding industry.

• Execute Air Carbon Arc Gouging techniques effectively.

• Utilize fillet and butt weld gauges accurately.

• Pass all position, multi-pass butt weld qualification tests in compliance with MIL-STD-248D.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P welding processes.

• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations in the shipbuilding industry.

• Capability to work in physically demanding environments, including shipboard and sub-assemblies.

• Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Welding qualification tests in accordance with MIL-STD-248D.

• Experience in Carbon Arc Gouging.

Why Work Here?

Join a team where your skills in structural welding are highly valued and where you will have the opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding projects. Our company fosters a culture of safety and excellence, offering opportunities for professional growth and development.

Work Environment

The work environment is physically demanding and requires the ability to work in confined spaces on naval ships as well as in a shop setting. The role involves climbing ladders and stairs regularly.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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