Overview
Everett Ship Repair is the Pacific Northwest Premier Ship Repair Facility, founded in 2019, offering extensive ship repair capabilities in Everett, Washington. They are seeking a Structural Welder to join their team and contribute to the fabrication and assembly of marine vessels.
Responsibilities
- Weld out panels, assemblies, modules, and final build of vessels.
- Weld seams and skip welds for various joint types.
- Grind and prep weld seams for tacking and final inspection.
- Set up and operate MIG welders for watertight and skip weld patterns.
- Perform Air Arc operations to back gouge welds.
- Sub-arc large hull and deck plates.
- Maintain and adjust equipment for efficient operation.
- Prepare metal surfaces using hand-operated equipment.
- Set up ventilation and lighting in confined spaces.
- Perform welds on various alloys including aluminum and stainless steel.
- Complete hundreds of inches of weld during an eight-hour day.
- Work as a team member demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Embrace safety culture and practice safe shipyard work practices.
- Develop and maintain constructive working relationships with crew members.
- Share knowledge with other employees, especially apprentices.
- Express ideas clearly both orally and in writing.
- Perform other tasks as needed.
Requirements
- 3+ years experience as a Welder.
- Ability to read and interpret specifications and blueprints.
- Basic math skills.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Experience working around heavy machinery.
- Ability to enter confined spaces using a respirator.
- Knowledge of shipyard safety practices and vessel terminology.
- High School Education or equivalent or vocational education.
- 2-G, 3-G, 4-G ABS Steel certification required; Aluminum a plus.
- Knowledge of basic hand and power tools.
- Formal training in welding principles and equipment care.
- Certified or certifiable in USCG or ABS welding.
- Ability to work overtime as necessary.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and work at heights of 60 ft.
Benefits
- 401k
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
Additional Information
- Everett Ship Repair is a drug-free workplace.
- All applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.