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Job Description

Overview

The WELDER LEADER (EXPERT) position at the DEPARTMENT OF NAVY involves overseeing welding operations at various naval shipyards, ensuring quality and efficiency in welding processes while mentoring less skilled employees.

Responsibilities

  • Perform reviews of documents associated with completed work and trade processes.
  • Keep shop personnel informed of new technologies, procedures, and tooling improvements for welding work.
  • Provide process improvements and collaborate with engineering to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
  • Inspect completed and in-process work for quality and adherence to specifications.
  • Train and mentor less skilled employees, demonstrating proper work methods.
  • Lead a group to ensure work assignments are completed.

Requirements

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees must pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Must successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
  • Ability to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test is required.
  • Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance.
  • Must wear personal protective equipment continuously during work shifts.
  • Ability to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
  • Ability to climb vertical ladders when working aboard ships and submarines.
  • Must hold two common welding qualifications in specified welding processes.
  • Must maintain visual inspection qualifications per VT-271.

Benefits

Additional Information

  • Work may require an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
  • Temporary promotions may be extended up to 5 years.
  • Certain incentives such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment may be authorized.

Benefits

401k
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