Aerotek

Overview

This Welder role focuses on repairing barges and tugboats along the river, primarily using stick welding techniques with some fabrication work. The position offers the opportunity to build advanced welding skills in a specialized marine environment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain barges and tugboats using primarily stick welding techniques.
• Perform approximately 95% stick welding and 5% fabrication work on marine vessels.
• Read and interpret blueprints to plan and execute welding and fabrication tasks accurately.
• Use MIG welding, stick welding, and torch cutting to complete structural repairs and modifications.
• Measure and fit components using tape measures and fitting tools to ensure precise alignment.
• Grind welds and surfaces to achieve proper finish and prepare materials for welding or fabrication.
• Cut, shape, and fabricate metal components according to specifications and blueprints.
• Work safely in a shipyard/barge environment, including on and around barges and tugboats.
• Operate welding and cutting equipment in accordance with safety procedures and industry standards.
• Inspect completed work to verify structural integrity and adherence to project requirements.
• Adapt to working outdoors in varying weather conditions while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience with stick welding, with the ability to perform it for the majority of daily tasks.
• Hands-on experience repairing or working on barges, tugboats, or in a shipyard environment.
• Proficiency in MIG welding and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Strong skills in torch cutting and grinding for metal preparation and finishing.
• Competence in using tape measures and fitting tools to ensure precise measurements and alignment.
• General welding qualification or certification.
• Experience working safely in outdoor environments and around marine vessels.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO

Additional Information

• This position is based in a barge and shipyard setting, working on and around barges and tugboats along the river.
• The schedule follows a first shift, typically from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Work takes place outdoors and requires comfort with changing elements, including wind, rain, snow, and heat.
• The environment involves industrial tools and equipment such as welding machines, torches, grinders, and fabrication tools.