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Trident Maritime Systems

Welder- Class B

Newport News, VA

$17 - $22.50/hr

This role focuses on table-top welding and repeat production work, requiring consistent weld ... Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis. * Ability to turn body at the ...

Federal Signal

Welder - Submarine Building

Fayette, AL

$17.25 - $22.50/hr

Use over head crane to move when complete • Side Hanging - Using jib crane, move side into place; position side onto cross member, measure, clamp, square and weld • Inside weld out - Ensure all ...

Applied Technical Systems, Inc.

Welder

Panama City, FL · On-site

$17.50 - $23/hr

... side Engineers. Your daily responsibilities will include reviewing specifications, laying out metal components, cutting, fabricating, and welding those pieces together to create tools and other metal ...

Eagle Truck Body and Equipment

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WELDER/FABRICATOR

Riverside, CA · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

INSTALL LIFTGATES, TOOL BOXES, FLOORING, SIDE GATES AND ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS * FABRICATE AND INSTALL CUSTOM RACKS QUALIFICATIONS: * MUST HAVE A MINIMUM (5) YEARS EXPERIENCE IN WELDING AND ...

Doosan

Welder

Litchfield, MN · On-site

$24.50 - $35.39/hr

Sets up electrode wire per procedure to prepare welding equipment for operation. * Positions and ... Use side grinder to clean up all grinding splatter and insuring quality surfaces near weld zone.

FLOWCO HOLDINGS INC.

Welder 3G

Pampa, TX · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

Primary duties involve welding but also include operating fabrication equipment to include but not ... side. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision ...

DOOSAN

Welder

Litchfield, MN

$24.50 - $35.39/hr

Sets up electrode wire per procedure to prepare welding equipment for operation. * Positions and ... Use side grinder to clean up all grinding splatter and insuring quality surfaces near weld zone.

FLOGISTIX LP

Welder 3G

Pampa, TX · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

Primary duties involve welding but also include operating fabrication equipment to include but not ... side. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision ...

Eagle Truck Body and Equipment

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WELDER/FABRICATOR

Riverside, CA · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

INSTALL LIFTGATES, TOOL BOXES, FLOORING, SIDE GATES AND ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS * FABRICATE AND INSTALL CUSTOM RACKS QUALIFICATIONS: * MUST HAVE A MINIMUM (5) YEARS EXPERIENCE IN WELDING AND ...

Weir Group

Welder

Phoenix, AZ

$19.25 - $25.50/hr

So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water ... MIG Welding: Perform MIG welding on thick materials and structural components using 1/16th dual ...

FLOWCO HOLDINGS INC.

X-Ray Welder

El Reno, OK

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Be responsible for welding with high quality, speed, and efficiency. * Final welds must meet ... side. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision ...

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Welder- Class B

Welder- Class B

Trident Maritime Systems

Newport News, VA

$17 - $22.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Trident Maritime Systems rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

TITLE: Production Welder (Shop) - Class B
Classification: Hourly
REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor/Foreman
POSITION SUMMARY
Trident Maritime Systems is seeking a skilled Production Welder (Shop) - Class B to support fabrication operations in a controlled shop environment. This role focuses on table-top welding and repeat production work, requiring consistent weld quality, efficiency, and attention to detail.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in shop-based welding and the ability to perform FCAW (Flux Core) and GMAW (MIG) welding with limited supervision. This position requires the ability to produce quality welds, perform multi-pass welding operations, and maintain production standards with minimal rework.
This role is suited for individuals who are dependable, production-focused, and capable of maintaining consistent output while continuing to develop advanced welding skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES / AUTHORITIES
  • Perform FCAW (Flux Core) and GMAW (MIG) welding on mild steel components in a shop environment
  • Execute table-top fabrication and welding in a controlled production setting
  • Produce consistent, high-quality welds with attention to bead profile and overall appearance
  • Perform multi-pass welds with proper bead placement and sequencing
  • Maintain first-time quality standards and minimize rework
  • Perform grinding, cleaning, and finishing of welds to meet production and quality expectations
  • Follow work instructions, blueprints, and supervisor direction as required
  • Maintain productivity levels to meet daily and weekly production goals
  • Assist with basic fit-up tasks when required to support workflow
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
  • Comply with all company safety, quality, and operational procedures

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:
Required:
  • Minimum 5 years of welding experience
  • Minimum 2 years of shop-based welding experience (fabrication shop preferred)
  • Minimum of two (2) welding certifications required, including FCAW (Flux Core) and GMAW (MIG)
  • Additional welding certifications (up to four total) are preferred
  • Experience with FCAW (Flux Core) and GMAW (MIG) welding processes required
  • Ability to produce consistent weld quality with limited supervision
  • Experience performing multi-pass welds with proper technique and bead control
  • Ability to perform grinding and finishing work to meet quality expectations
  • 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 follow instructions and work effectively within a team

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
  • Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and weld symbols

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 a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the teammate 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. Teammates are occasionally required to sit.
Specific physical requirements include but are not limited to the following:
  1. Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel.
  2. Perform prolonged standing.
  3. Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis.
  4. Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis.
  5. Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basis.
  6. Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis.
  7. Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding.)
  8. Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead).
  9. 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

LIASES WITH:Trade Supervisors, Foremen, and Managers when needed.
SAFETY
Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.

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