Overview
215434 - Pipe Welder job at Chipton‑Ross Inc. Newport News, VA. Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Pipe Welders for a contract opportunity in Newport News, VA.
Responsibilities
- Perform multi-pass all-position fillet and butt welds using SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc) process.
- Ability to fuse inserts and weld carbon steel, stainless steel and copper-nickel pipe using SMAW and GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) processes.
- Ability to mirror weld using the SMAW and GTAW processes.
- Operate heating equipment (Oxygen / Propane Heating Torch).
- Work in physically demanding environments (shipboard, sub-assemblies, ladders, staging, etc.).
- Familiarity with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
- Ability to properly use fillet gauges, butt gauges, and a six-inch scale.
Welding Qualifications
All positions using the SMAW and GTAW processes.Thin wall sockets (required for below 0.187" wall joints).The Welding School will administer tests for the following qualifications :
Welders Vision Test (5 Minutes)Visual Inspection of Welds Level I (4 Hours)Pre-heat and Interpass (1 hour)Fire Watch CBT (2 hours)Torch Safety test and practical (3 hours)Welding Qualification tests for : 503, 502, 541, 725, 506, 659, 556, 650, 664 and 557 (Testing will run approximately 2½ weeks)Education
High school diploma / GED is required. School must be accredited.
Work Hours
Full-Time ALL SHIFTS
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