Job Description
Job Title:Marine Welder – 1st and 2nd Shift (DBIDS Required)
Location:Jacksonville, FL
Industry:Shipbuilding & Ship Repair
Employment Type:Full-Time 1st and 2nd Shift
Compensation:Competitive pay + benefits (based on experience)
Clearance:DBIDS access required
MUST HAVE SHIPYARD EXPERIENCE
Local and Non Local available 2nd shift
Join a Leading Marine & Ship Repair Team – Advance Your Welding Career Today!
Are you an experiencedmarine welderready to work onU.S. Navy vessels, Military Sealift Command ships, and commercial vessels? We’re looking for a highly skilled1ST and2nd Shift Marine Welderto support structural repairs and modernization projects in one of the nation’s premier shipyards.
This role involvesproduction welding in shipboard and shop environmentsand requires proficiency in SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW processes. You’ll contribute to mission-critical maritime projects that directly support national defense and global trade.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform structural welding on marine vessels using SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW processes.
• Interpret blueprints, ship specifications, and Navy/MSC/ABS standards.
• Execute full-penetration welds with ceramic and metal backings in all positions.
• Prepare work areas and materials for hot work in compliance with fire prevention protocols.
• Inspect welds and provide Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) per project specifications.
• Follow safety procedures per OSHA and company guidelines.
• Operate welding equipment, power tools, and hand tools with care and efficiency.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated platforms, and various marine environments.
• Collaborate with welding helpers and fire watch personnel for job completion.
Qualifications & Experience:
• Minimum4 years of marine welding experienceor related shipyard work.
• Ability to comprehend technical instructions, ship drawings, and safety protocols.
• Proficient in SMAW, FCAW, GMAW; able to certify in all welding positions.
• Strong understanding of ship repair terminology and compartment identification.
• Capable of basic math operations and use of both US customary and metric systems.
• Familiarity with Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO) procedures and hot work certifications.
• Must be physically able to perform job duties, including lifting, crawling, climbing, and working in confined or elevated areas.
Physical & Environmental Demands:
• Stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and crawl throughout shift.
• Lift/push/pull 75 lbs occasionally; 20 lbs frequently.
• Work indoors (ship interiors) and outdoors (extreme heat/cold/humidity).
• Exposure to high noise levels, moving equipment, and low visibility conditions.
• Mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including respirators, safety harnesses, and steel-toe boots.
Work Schedule & Requirements: 2nd Shift– flexibility for overtime, weekends, and holiday shifts as needed.
• Must possess or obtainDBIDS accessfor naval shipyard entry.
• Must adhere to the company’sAnti-Harassment and Non-Discrimination Policy.
Why Join Us?
• Work onhigh-impact naval and commercial projects
• Grow your skills in afast-paced, safety-first shipyard
• Competitive pay, full benefits, and overtime opportunities
• Be part of a team that values craftsmanship, precision, and dedication
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Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $21.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
Shift:
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
Ability to Commute:
• Jacksonville, FL 32225 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
• Jacksonville, FL 32225: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person