ORION

Overview

The Welder position at Orion involves providing yard maintenance support, including welding, cutting, grinding, and clean-up for marine yard projects. The role emphasizes safety, quality, delivery, and teamwork, with a strong foundation in integrity.

Responsibilities

• Work as assigned by the Welding Shop Foreman to complete marine yard support projects.
• Gather information on the scope of work and obtain necessary permits before welding projects.
• Cut, weld, chip, and grind metal as required by the project.
• Utilize oxygen-acetylene cutting torch and related equipment to cut metal.
• Weld sheet metal pieces after individual sheet piles are driven into place.
• Stick rod weld in all positions to complete jobs.
• Rig cable for lifting and moving objects.
• Handle placement of steel plates and sheet piles using cranes and hand tools.
• Operate saws, presses, drills, and grinders to fabricate parts.
• Inspect and make minor repairs to welding equipment.
• Pick up materials and supplies for projects.
• Collaborate with various team members to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Participate in safety and environmental initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years welding experience or equivalent training.
• Good knowledge of welding practices and materials.
• Understanding of physical characteristics of metals used in marine structures.
• Ability to operate various types of marine equipment.
• Proficiency in stick rod welding and acetylene/arc welding equipment.
• Skill in reading welding blueprints and sketches.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Ability to keep simple records of time and materials used.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401k
• PTO

Additional Information

• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Must be capable of driving to job sites.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
• Must be able to lift objects up to 50 lbs.