Austal USA

Overview

The A Class Pipe Welder position at Austal involves working within a team of Pipe Fitters and welders to maximize production efficiency while adhering to company standards and maintaining a positive team environment. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to interpret job specifications, and experience with ship terminology.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret basic drawings and weld symbols.
• Pass weld test for all Austal USA weld procedures in the 6GR position.
• Pass Austal USA TIG weld test procedure for aluminum pipe.
• Work to Austal housekeeping procedure.
• Inspect work, identify potential problems, and initiate corrective actions.
• Increase awareness of Quality procedures within the department.
• Perform as a productive team member that meets daily goals set by the supervisor.
• Continuously improve communications and flexibility within the team.
• Help build the team environment.
• Build pride of workmanship and quality through on-job training.
• Contribute towards innovation and productivity improvements.
• Assist in the control of waste elimination.
• Assist supervisor in maintaining control of department equipment and its maintenance.
• Must have a full set of personal tools.
• Work towards the team goal of delivering the vessel on time.
• Always be ready to start shift on time.
• Follow Austal guidelines and procedures.
• Do not leave job early or return late from breaks.
• Ensure work area is left clean and all equipment and tools are stowed away safely.
• Must be available to work overtime to support company needs.

Requirements

• 1 year minimum work experience as a B-class pipe welder at Austal or 2 years experience in a similar role at a comparative employer.
• Ability to pass 'A Class' skills validation test for restricted open root welds.
• Ability to successfully complete onboarding procedures to pass 6GR weld qualification test requirements.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and measure using the metric system.
• Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems that may arise in certain situations.