This job is closed
Applications are no longer available for this announcement. Explore current related opportunities below.
Job description
Job DescriptionREPORTS TO: Production Supervision
Overall purpose of job: To work within a team of Pipe Fitters and welders to achieve maximum production in minimum time, standards and quality in keeping with company policies, while maintaining a positive and motivated team environment.
SUMMARY
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability desired.
The individual must have working knowledge of procedures, strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow directions. The individual must possess experience in the trade and knowledge of ship terminology. The individual must demonstrate ability to interpret job specifications and perform work on marine vessels.
Must be able to follow directions and work with limited supervision. Also, must be willing to develop other team members' skill level.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:
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
Must be able to perform P1 welds and maintain associated documentation
Ability to work to Austal Tig Welding standards
Work to Austal housekeeping procedure
Inspection of work, identification of potential problems, initiation of corrective actions.
Increase awareness of Quality procedures within department
Perform as a productive working 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 / productivity improvements.
Assist in the control of waste elimination, e.g. materials, consumables etc.
Assist supervisor to maintain control of department equipment and its maintenance.
Must have 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 break times
Ensure work area is left clean, all equipment and tools are stowed away safely and protected against damage
Performs and executes work in compliance with NAVSEA STD Items
Must be able to travel to off-site work locations
Must follow Austal Off-Site Temporary Assignment Policy (SUP270)
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
1 year minimum work experience as a B-class pipe welder at Austal or 2 years experience in similar role at comparative employer.
Ability to pass "A Class" skills validation test to demonstrate welding ability for restricted open root welds
Ability to successfully complete onboarding procedures in preparation to pass 6GR weld qualification test requirements for copper nickel and stainless steel to meet contract requirements for A Class welding on the vessel
SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and measure using the metric system.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems that may arise in certain situations.
LIASES WITH
Supervisors
Foremen
Production Manager
PDSS Leadership
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:
Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:
18 years of or older at time of application
Able to provide proof of US Person Status
No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
Willing to submit to a drug screen
Willing to submit to a background check
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit.
Specific physical requirements include but are not limited to the following:
Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel.
Perform prolonged standing.
Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis.
Lift/push/pull 50lbs on an occasional basis.
Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis.
Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps).
Ability to work at heights above 12' while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts.
Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead).
Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment.
Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles.
Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment.
Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards.
Ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures.
Ability to enter 18" x 36" openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time within OSHA guidelines.
Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands.
Able to utilize adequate visual skills.
Ability to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side and reaching down.
Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters whole performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. PPE available and MUST be used correctly.
SAFETY
Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.
COMPENSATION
Pay Rate: $42.75 per hour
Equal Employment Commitment
Any qualified individual with a who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other -related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: .
Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.
Worksite address
escondido, CA, 92025, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.