About this opportunity
Trident Maritime Systems lists this Welder- Class A opportunity in newport news, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Production Welder (Shop) – Class A
Trident Maritime Systems is seeking a highly skilled Production Welder (Shop) – Class A to support fabrication operations in a controlled shop environment. This role focuses on table-top welding and repeat production work, requiring exceptional weld quality, efficiency, and attention to detail.
The ideal candidate is an advanced-level welder with extensive experience in shop-based production welding, capable of performing FCAW (Flux Core), GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG) welding at a high level with little to no supervision. This position requires the ability to consistently produce high-quality, multi-pass welds, handle more complex weldments, and meet or exceed quality standards with minimal to no rework.
This role is suited for individuals who demonstrate a high level of craftsmanship, strong productivity, and the ability to maintain consistent output in a fast-paced production environment while supporting team development and setting a strong example of workmanship and professionalism.
Responsibilities / Authorities
Perform FCAW (Flux Core), GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG) welding on a variety of materials in a shop environment
Execute table-top fabrication and welding in a controlled production setting.
Consistently produce high-quality welds that meet or exceed quality standards with minimal to no rework
Perform multi-pass welds on both standard and complex weldments with proper bead placement and sequencing
Maintain first-time quality standards and support overall shop efficiency
Perform grinding, cleaning, and finishing of welds to meet production and quality expectations
Interpret and execute work instructions, blueprints, and weld symbols with minimal supervision
Maintain productivity levels to meet or exceed daily and weekly production goals
Assist with fit-up tasks and support workflow as needed
Support team development by sharing knowledge, assisting less experienced welders, and promoting quality and productivity standards
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
Comply with all company safety, quality, and operational procedures
Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience
Required:
8+ years of welding experience
2+ years of shop-based welding experience (fabrication shop preferred)
Minimum of five (5) welding certifications across multiple welding processes
Must be proficient in FCAW (Flux Core) and GMAW (MIG) welding processes
Advanced GTAW (TIG) welding capability required, including work on carbon steel and stainless steel
Experience welding additional materials such as copper-nickel and aluminum is highly desirable and may be required based on production needs
Ability to consistently produce high-quality, multi-pass welds with minimal to no rework
Ability to perform welding operations with little to no supervision while maintaining production efficiency and quality standards
Strong understanding of weld quality standards, bead profile, and proper technique
Must be able to pass company-required welding tests (MIL-SPEC / NAVSEA standards as applicable)
Strong work ethic and ability to perform in a production-focused environment
Ability to support team development and work effectively within a team environment
Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and weld symbols
Preferred:
Basic fit-up knowledge and ability to assist with fabrication tasks
Experience with stainless steel or copper-nickel MIG welding
Exposure to TIG welding (limited application)
Previous experience in a production fabrication shop environment
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
Work is performed in a controlled shop environment (not field or shipboard work)
Welding is primarily performed at tables and fixtures (table-top welding) in seated or standing positions
Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks
Ability to perform repetitive welding tasks in consistent and varying work positions throughout the shift
Ability to lift to 50 lbs. as required
Must be able to safely operate welding equipment, grinders, and related tools
Exposure to typical shop conditions including noise, heat, and welding fumes
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. 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. Employees are 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.
Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis.
Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs 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).
Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead).
Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment.
Additional Requirements
Must be able to pass a drug screening and background check
Must comply with all company safety, quality, and operational procedures
Must be able to work overtime as required to meet production demands
Must consistently demonstrate high levels of reliability, productivity, and craftsmanship in a production environment
Must be willing to support team development, assist less experienced welders, and promote quality and efficiency standards within the shop
Liaises with Trade Supervisors, Foremen, and Managers when needed.
Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.
Worksite address
newport news, VA, 23601, US
Who can apply
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