Job Description

Overview

Trident Maritime Systems is seeking a highly skilled Production Welder (Shop) – Class A to support fabrication operations in a controlled shop environment. This role focuses on table-top welding and repeat production work, requiring exceptional weld quality, efficiency, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Perform FCAW (Flux Core), GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG) welding on a variety of materials in a shop environment
  • Execute table-top fabrication and welding in a controlled production setting
  • Consistently produce high-quality welds that meet or exceed quality standards with minimal to no rework
  • Perform multi-pass welds on both standard and complex weldments with proper bead placement and sequencing
  • Maintain first-time quality standards and support overall shop efficiency
  • Perform grinding, cleaning, and finishing of welds to meet production and quality expectations
  • Interpret and execute work instructions, blueprints, and weld symbols with minimal supervision
  • Maintain productivity levels to meet or exceed daily and weekly production goals
  • Assist with fit-up tasks and support workflow as needed
  • Support team development by sharing knowledge, assisting less experienced welders, and promoting quality and productivity standards
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
  • Comply with all company safety, quality, and operational procedures

Requirements

  • 8+ years of welding experience
  • 2+ years of shop-based welding experience (fabrication shop preferred)
  • Minimum of five (5) welding certifications across multiple welding processes
  • Must be proficient in FCAW (Flux Core) and GMAW (MIG) welding processes
  • Advanced GTAW (TIG) welding capability required, including work on carbon steel and stainless steel
  • Experience welding additional materials such as copper-nickel and aluminum is highly desirable
  • Ability to consistently produce high-quality, multi-pass welds with minimal to no rework
  • Ability to perform welding operations with little to no supervision while maintaining production efficiency and quality standards
  • Strong understanding of weld quality standards, bead profile, and proper technique
  • Must be able to pass company-required welding tests (MIL-SPEC / NAVSEA standards as applicable)
  • Strong work ethic and ability to perform in a production-focused environment
  • Ability to support team development and work effectively within a team environment
  • Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and weld symbols

Additional Information

  • Work is performed in a controlled shop environment (not field or shipboard work)
  • Welding is primarily performed at tables and fixtures (table-top welding) in seated or standing positions
  • Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks
  • Ability to lift to 50 lbs. as required
  • Must be able to safely operate welding equipment, grinders, and related tools
  • Exposure to typical shop conditions including noise, heat, and welding fumes