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Chipton Ross

PIPEWELDER 1ST

Del Rey, CA · On-site

$52/hr

Ability to pass military standard X-Ray welding test on stainless steel and copper nickel in the 6G position (restricted). * Ability to pass a military specification welding assessment in the ...

Chipton Ross

Pipewelder 2nd/3rd Class

Del Rey, CA · On-site

$42.24/hr

... X-Ray welding test on stainless steel and copper nickel in the 6G position (restricted). The pipe welding test is given in a restricted position (6 G) on a 5'' schedule 80 carbon steel pipe GTAW (TIG ...

HADRIAN

Welding Specialist, R&D

Torrance, CA

We are seeking a skilled Welding Specialist to help establish and scale a high-performance ... Ability to interpret nondestructive testing (NDT) results such as radiographic (x-ray) data for ...

ITResource Hunter

TIG Welder

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$21.75 - $28.25/hr

Set up welding equipment, tooling, and fixtures for precision work * Perform in-process inspections and support NDT (dye penetrant, X-ray, etc.) * Maintain full traceability and documentation for all ...

Vast

Welder and Fabrication Technician II

Long Beach, CA

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

Automated/robotic welding experience Preferred VPPAW * 5+ or more years with Class A aerospace welding * Ability to follow written and verbal instruction * Familiar working with x-ray technicians and ...

Vast

Welder and Fabrication Technician III

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

Automated/robotic welding experience Preferred VPPAW * 5+ or more years with Class A aerospace welding * Ability to follow written and verbal instruction * Familiar working with x-ray technicians and ...

Vast

Senior Welder and Fabrication Technician

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

Familiar working with x-ray technicians and other NDT techniques * Automated/robotic welding experience Preferred VPPAW * Preferred Skills & Experience: * Self-starter, highly motivated working in a ...

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Welder II

Murrieta, CA

$24 - $30/hr

Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently. * Weld components ... Maintain a minimum 75% radiographic testing (RT) passing rate and produce x-ray quality welds.

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Welder II

Murrieta, CA

$24 - $30/hr

Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently. * Weld components ... Maintain a minimum 75% radiographic testing (RT) passing rate and produce x-ray quality welds.

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Welder II

Murrieta, CA

$24 - $30/hr

Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently. * Weld components ... Maintain a minimum 75% radiographic testing (RT) passing rate and produce x-ray quality welds.

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Welder II

Murrieta, CA · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently. * Weld components ... Maintain a minimum 75% radiographic testing (RT) passing rate and produce x-ray quality welds.

BAE Systems

Welder

San Diego, CA · On-site

$22.75 - $30/hr

Able to pass a hands-on welding practical test on SMAW, FCAW and GMAW-P (5XXX Aluminum) by way of x-ray NDT. Welding test will consist of full penetration butt weld test plates in three positions ...

BAE Systems

Welder (3rd shift)

San Diego, CA

$61K - $93K/yr

Able to pass a hands-on welding practical test on SMAW, FCAW and GMAW-P (5XXX Aluminum) by way of x-ray NDT. Welding test will consist of full penetration butt weld test plates in three positions ...

BAE Systems

Welder (3rd shift)

San Diego, CA

$61K - $93K/yr

Able to pass a hands-on welding practical test on SMAW, FCAW and GMAW-P (5XXX Aluminum) by way of x-ray NDT. Welding test will consist of full penetration butt weld test plates in three positions ...

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PIPEWELDER 1ST

Del Rey, CA • On-site

Chipton Ross
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$52/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

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Job Description
Job #217565
Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Pipe welders 1st Class for a contract opportunity in Pascagoula, MS.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)
  • Minimum 3 Yrs. of pipe welding experience.
  • Must have experience in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), also known as Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) also known as "stick welding".
  • Ability to pass military standard X-Ray welding test on stainless steel and copper nickel in the 6G position (restricted).
  • Ability to pass a military specification welding assessment in the vertical (3G), horizontal (2G) and overhead (4G) positions.
  • Pipe welding test is given in a restricted position (6 G) on a 5'' schedule 80 carbon steel pipes.
  • GTAW (TIG) process used for root pass, 11018 electrodes used for weld fill portion and cap.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
A Pipe Welder is responsible for performing pipe welding procedures on Stainless Steel and Copper-Nickel pipe using Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), also known as tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding. The shipyard environment is an around the clock manufacturing setting. Ingalls shipyard production areas at times involve working at different heights, confined spaces, different weather conditions as well as multiple shifts 24 hours a day. As with most every position in the shipyard, a Welder may be required to work either day or night dependent upon the number of ships under construction at any one point in time. Ingalls stresses the practice of working safely in all situations with safety procedures meeting, and most times, exceeding industry standards. Types of metal materials with a variety of welding processes; the most basic of which are, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) also known as "stick welding" and Flux-Core Arc Welding (FCAW) also known as "wire welding." Must pass military standard X-Ray welding test on stainless steel and copper nickel in the 6G position (restricted). The pipe welding test is given in a restricted position (6 G) on a 5'' schedule 80 carbon steel pipe GTAW (TIG) process used for root pass, 11018 electrodes used for weld fill portion and cap.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Accredited High School diploma or equivalent.
WORK HOURS
5/40, workweek.
1st, 2nd, 3rd shift.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
  • Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

For more information, please apply or contact:
Briana Acosta 800.927.9318 x190
bacosta@chiptonross.com
Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.
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Chipton-Ross, based in El Segundo, California, is a leading provider of staffing and recruitment services in the US. The company is renowned for its specialization in fields like engineering, information technology, aircraft manufacturing, and other technical industries. Founded in 1983, Chipton-Ross has grown to become a recognized name in the national recruitment arena with a reputation for integrity, quality, and excellence in management. The company's mission is to provide cost-effective staffing solutions that allow their clients to maximize the power of their people, enhancing both perspective and productivity.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

El Segundo, CA, US

Year founded

1983

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