Continental Tide Defense System INC.

Overview

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. is an industry leader providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations. They are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Welder III to perform complex welding tasks in support of ship repair and maritime fabrication projects in Norfolk, VA.

Responsibilities

• Join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques.
• Perform various welding processes to repair, modify and install various pipes, structures, foundations and fittings associated with shipboard hydraulic, pneumatic and water systems.
• Fabricate and install fixtures and jigs required for welding process alignments.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding process.
• Select required welding filler materials, joint design, heat ranges and most effective or required welding process/procedure to ensure quality welding operations IAW TWD.
• Inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness and adherence to NAVSEA, ABS & AWS standards.
• Install or repair equipment, such as pipes, valves, floors and tank linings.
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse basic metal segments.
• Weld multiple types, thicknesses & sizes of pipe, plate & bar material in horizontal, overhead and/or vertical positions.
• Document objective quality evidence to the requisite Continental Tide Forms.
• Demonstrate the ability to estimate a drawing package / installation.
• Utilize SMAW, GMAW & GTAW, Ship Fitting and OXY ACC & Propane GAS Cutting torch.
• Provide leadership to technical project teams, oversee scheduling and task execution, and deliver regular updates and briefings to both customers and/or senior leadership.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school, trade or vocational school degree.
• Target of 10 years plus of direct experience in ship repair and installation of HM&E systems and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret ship installation drawings, installation specifications and NAVSEA Standard Items is preferred.
• Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
• Must have the ability to obtain base access and security credentials.
• Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.
• Due to export control regulations, this role is open to U.S. citizens only.
• Possess basic and some advanced specialized welder's tools.
• Previous welding certifications or ability to obtain welding qualifications may be used in lieu of experience.

Benefits

• 401k

Additional Information

• Location: Norfolk, VA
• Veteran and retired candidates welcome.
• Exposure to open-air environments, including noisy, hot, and cold conditions.
• Must wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Site visits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions.
• Requires prolonged periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing.
• Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more.