Welder 3 (Welder/Fitter Combo)
Location: MPM Tacoma
Position Type: Full-time | Hourly
Pay Range: $36.80 – $46.00 per hour
Seniority Level: Journeyman Level
Job Summary
Senior-level Welder/Fitter Combo responsible for executing complex welding and fitting tasks in alignment with ABS, USCG, ASME and company standards, leading projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring quality and safety throughout fabrication and assembly processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform structural and restricted pipe welds on mild-steel and stainless-steel using SMAW, GTAW, FCAW.
- Perform restricted open root pipe welds on Cu-Ni/ Ni-Cu using GTAW and SMAW.
- Preform structural and pipe welds on aluminum using GMAW and GTAW
- Ensure work is compliant with code and project requirements.
- Support project deadlines through efficient planning and task execution.
- Assist with mentoring Welder 1 and 2 team members.
- Collaborate with QA to resolve welding and fit-up issues.
- Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years experience as a marine or shipyard welder.
- Previous ABS welding certification preferred.
- Proficient in blueprint reading and metal fitting.
- SCP certification preferred
- Excellent safety awareness and workmanship.
- Experience leading projects
- Ability to lift 50 lbs, work in confined spaces, and meet job physical demands
- This position could require up to 30% of travel
Additional Compensation & Benefits
- Supportive, inclusive team environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Potential for additional paid time off as the company grows
- Optional perks via Gusto (renters insurance, pet insurance, pharmacy discounts)
- Opportunities for bonuses and project-based incentives
- IRA with 3% company matching contribution
- Paid sick leave and holiday pay
Motive Power Marine Mission Statement:
Our commitment to quality, unwavering. Our dedication to customer value, unyielding. Our integrity, uncompromising. From these three pillars we are building a company that stands strong, trusted to deliver, every time, without fail. Couple this with key partners who share our core values, our ability to undertake virtually any project becomes limitless.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37.83 - $47.29 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have 5 or more years of shipyard experience?
Ability to Commute:
- Tacoma, WA 98421 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Tacoma, WA 98421: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
