About this opportunity
Pegasus Steel, a Keel Company lists this Welder opportunity in ladson, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Keel Welding PositionBuilt on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.That means when you join Keel, you're joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results.We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.Your Mission:Welding of various pre-fitted assemblies for Columbia-class submarines, Virginia-class submarines, Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers, and associated fixtures. Work is performed in accordance with NAVSEA and/or AWS D1.1 specifications.Explore the Depth of the Role:Weld proficiently in all positions with minimal defects.Determine the correct equipment to use and method based on the requirements.Basic welding machine setup and troubleshooting.Ability to read and interpret welding symbols.Basic knowledge of grinding, gouging, and weld repair.Ability to always stay focused and on-task.Complete jobs within budget and timeline.Accept constructive criticism, apply lessons learned, and consistently show improvement in all areas.Familiar and complies with all safety requirements and protocols for working in an industrial environment.Performs other related duties as assigned.RequirementsMission Readiness:High school diploma or GED preferred; or successful completion of an accredited trade school welding program or equivalent; or 2-years demonstrated practical AWS D1.1 welding experience; or a comparable combination of education and experience.Successful completion of 7 weld tests: FCAW (2G, 3G, and 4G); GWAW-Pulsed (2G, 3G, and 4G); GMAW-Spray (2G).Successful completion of Pegasus Welder Workmanship Training (WWT).Travel Requirements:NonePhysical Requirements:May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver.Become a part of our Builders and you too can...Uphold Safety and Quality StandardsEmbody Team SpiritRelentless Customer FocusConvey Integrity, Trust, and ProfessionalismExecute with Excellence and VelocityWhat Keel will build for you:Comprehensive Benefit PackageCompetitive Pay401(k) MatchHSA/FSAPaid HolidaysPaid Time OffInternal Referral Bonus OpportunitiesShift DifferentialsOvertime PotentialPaid on the Job TrainingCertification Sponsorship OpportunitiesCommitted to Individual Career GrowthWe Do Fun Things, Plus More!Need Assistance?If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the employment process, please email with details about your request and your contact information. Accommodation requests are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis. Please note that this email address is monitored only for inquiries related to reasonable accommodation requests.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected VeteransWhat we build, builds us.
Worksite address
ladson, SC, 29456, US
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