Shipyard Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp is seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Shipyard Welder to support the construction of high-quality, new-build cruise ships. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, technical welding skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment focused on high production standards

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY ?

• Competitive Pay – $21.00 - $30.00 depending on experience and weld test
• Single and Family Medical + Dental + Vision! Full-time employees are eligible for benefits the 1st of the month proceeding start date
• $20,000 in AD&D life insurance + short term disability at no cost
• Additional supplemental life insurance available
• $1,000 signing bonus for full-time positions! Paid in two increments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment
• Referral program that pays $500 for each referred employee hired
• 401(K)! Eligible to contribute after 1st paycheck and company match after 1 year
• Six paid company holidays
• Paid sick and vacation! New employees receive 40 hours of sick and 40 hours of vacation time after 90 days of employment. Combined sick and vacation of 96 hours at year 1, 144 hours at year 5, and 168 hours at year 10
• Health Savings Account
• An opportunity for career advancement within the department or others on the yard, while working as part of an empowering workforce
• Overtime available after 40 hours
• $2.00 shift differential for evening and night shifts

ABOUT THE JOB : This opportunity is a full-time and benefits-eligible position.

Posted 07 / 15 / 2025

REPORTS TO : Welding Supervisor / On-Site Foreman / Shipyard Superintendent

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES : Safely and efficiently perform welding labor to complete construction associated with building cruise ships.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS :

KNOWLEDGE :

Requirements :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS : Normal level of visual acuity needed. Must be able to understand and follow directions. Normal hearing level needed. Hand-eye coordination required.

HAZARDS : Weather, fumes, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, equipment, and vibration.

SHIFT :

Overtime and Weekend required based on business needs.

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Company Description

With over 40 years of direct industry experience, Chesapeake Shipbuilding has become a leading designer and builder of a notable array of commercial ships up to 450 feet in length. Our vessels operate all over the world and are suited for inland waterway or ocean service. Our specialization in the design and construction of passenger vessels, tugboats, ferry boats, etc., has enabled us to develop an unrivaled expertise in this field.

Company Description

With over 40 years of direct industry experience, Chesapeake Shipbuilding has become a leading designer and builder of a notable array of commercial ships up to 450 feet in length. Our vessels operate all over the world and are suited for inland waterway or ocean service. Our specialization in the design and construction of passenger vessels, tugboats, ferry boats, etc., has enabled us to develop an unrivaled expertise in this field.