Traylor Bros., Inc.

Overview

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, offering opportunities to work on technical projects with a focus on accountability and excellence. The Welder position involves performing structural and fabrication welding for various construction projects while collaborating with a dedicated team.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, welding symbols, and project specifications.
• Measure, mark, cut, and fit steel components according to project requirements.
• Perform SMAW (stick), FCAW (flux-core), MIG, and other welding processes as required.
• Weld structural steel, pipe, sheet piling, H-piling, casings, brackets, connections, and miscellaneous fabricated components.
• Fabricate, modify, and repair steel assemblies and construction equipment components.
• Fit up components and verify proper alignment, dimensions, and tolerances prior to welding.
• Perform field welding and fabrication activities in varying environmental conditions.
• Grind, clean, and finish welds to meet project quality standards.
• Inspect completed welds for quality, defects, and conformance to specifications.
• Repair defective welds as necessary.
• Assist with installation and repair of marine, bridge, foundation, and heavy civil construction components.
• Coordinate with field crews to ensure welding activities support project schedules and operational needs.
• Assist with rigging, material handling, and positioning of fabricated components when required.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Conduct pre-task planning and hazard assessments before beginning work.
• Properly use and maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensure welding procedures and processes comply with project specifications and applicable codes.
• Assist other crafts and field personnel as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of a welding training program or apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of structural, industrial, marine, bridge, or heavy civil welding experience preferred.
• Experience performing field welding in construction environments.
• Experience working around cranes, rigging operations, heavy equipment, and construction activities preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols and blueprints.
• Knowledge of welding processes, techniques, and materials.
• Knowledge of steel fabrication and structural welding practices.
• Understanding of weld inspection methods and quality requirements.
• Ability to safely operate welding machines, cutting torches, grinders, and hand tools.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to welding operations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and travel as project demands require.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k