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Position Title : Welder
Reports To : Structural Superintendent
FULL TIME POSITION-OVERTIME ELIGIBLE
Relocation Assistance will NOT be offered for this position.
Overview
PSI is the largest privately owned shipyard in Hawaii, with two of the largest dry docks in the state. We have been in business since 1944 and have a large labor force of skilled craftsman with a full support staff of professionals who comprise of engineering, project management, QA, EHS, accounting, contracts, and human resources.
Responsibilities
- The Welder welds metal components with appropriate equipment to fit and join, fabricate, and / or repair a variety of marine equipment and structural components per specifications and in accordance with the production schedule. Performs SMAW, GMAW, and other welding techniques in all positions of various metal and alloys. Must be familiar with ABS & NAVSEA standards.
- Performs welding duties using wire welding GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, or SMAW
- Welds steel components with welding equipment as specified by procedures, layouts, blueprints, diagrams, work orders, or oral instructions. Welds range from simple tacks to complex welds, performed in varying positions
- Works includes set-up, laying out work using fixtures and guides to repair, modify, or fabricate parts and / or equipment products
- Operates and / or uses related equipment and tools including forklifts, hoists, slings, grinders, cutting torches, hand tools, drills, punches, a tape measure, and Air Arc
- Keeps equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; follows manufacturer's instructions; troubleshoots malfunctions; calls for repairs and completes daily check sheets
- Reads, understands, and follows job order specifications, blueprints, work instructions, and procedures
- Maintains level of work performance in accordance with standards and / or job order specifications
- Participates in process and product development and improvement programs, teams, and focus groups
- Maintains a safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; keeps work area clean and cleans up after project completion or end of shift as appropriate
Education / Training
High School Diploma or equivalentMinimum 1 year of related experience requiredASW certification preferred, however, not requiredLarge scale industrial experience. Marine / shipyard / ship repair experience preferred, however, not requiredExperience with computers / electronics preferredAbility to read blueprintsAbility to work standing on a variety of surfaces including steel decks and concrete for 8-12 hours per dayAbility to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidaysPerform work in heavy industrial / shipyard setting with exposure to heat, cold, and humidity, industrial odors, fumes, gasses, chemicals, oil, grease, smoke, dust, noise, and vibration, and involves climbing ladders and stairs, using pneumatic tools, working in cramped quarters, and working with moving machineryPPE required for this position, including hearing protection, safety glasses, safety boots with metatarsal guards, face shield, welding helmet, welding gloves, welding sleeves / jacket, and welding apron / chaps. A respirator may also be requiredPhysical Demands
Maneuvering in tight places, uneven floorsClimbing up and down ladders, ramps and stairsStanding for long periods of timeOccasionally requires twisting, turning, bending, climbing, and walking over uneven surfacesAbility to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climbLifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 lbs. continuously; lifting objects weighing over 50 lbs. with assistanceQualification / Requirements
Candidates must reside on Oahu, HawaiiMust show proof of legal right to work in the United StatesUS Citizenship required due to security clearance for base accessMust be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)Must be able to obtain a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Credential to gain access to federally controlled work sitesPost-offer drug screening, physical test and background check required; failure to complete any step will result in disqualificationValid State of Hawaii REAL ID-Compliant Drivers' License or a valid U.S. Passport in addition to a valid Hawaii Driver's License (or Class 3 or higher) if REAL ID is not heldReliable transportation to get to work and other job sites on timeAdditional Information
This position is represented by The International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Shipbuilders, Blacksmiths, Forgers, and Helpers, AFL-CIO and its Local Lodge 627. Candidates must become a member of the union as a condition of employment.This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties; employee will follow other job-related instructions and duties as assigned by management. Management may revise information in this job description. This document does not create an employment contract; it is at-will employment.This is a non-management positionThis is a full time positionSeniority level
Entry levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Manufacturing and ProductionIndustries
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