HKA is looking for Combo Welders in Norfolk, VA!
Job Title: Welder
Location: Norfolk, VA (Must have or be eligible for DBIDS)
Wages:
- $20.00 - $30.00 DOE
Shift:
- Day shift
- Overtime and weekends as required
Skills:
- Perform structural and pipe welding using MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), and Stick (SMAW).
- Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and chromoly materials in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.
- Fabricate, repair, modify, and install structural components, foundations, brackets, supports, and shipboard equipment.
- Perform welding on piping systems, mechanical systems, tanks, bulkheads, decks, and other vessel structures.
- Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, drawings, work packages, and technical work documents.
- Prepare materials for welding including fitting, grinding, beveling, cutting, and layout work.
- Inspect welds for quality, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements.
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and welding equipment safely and effectively.
- Coordinate work with supervisors, inspectors, shipfitters, pipefitters, and other shipyard trades.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area while complying with shipyard safety requirements.
Requirements:
- Prior shipyard, marine, U.S. Navy, or USCG vessel experience REQUIRED.
- Current welding certifications in MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), and Stick (SMAW) REQUIRED.
- Experience performing both structural and pipe welding.
- Experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, and chromoly materials.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, drawings, and technical work documents
- Ability to perform welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Candidates should be prepared to complete a practical weld test during the interview process. Candidates must bring their own welding gear, including appropriate PPE required to safely perform the weld test.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Referral Bonuses
Company Overview
HKA Enterprises is a multinational organization with over four decades of experience delivering top-tier workforce solutions to leading industries worldwide. Our expertise spans contingent labor staffing, direct hire placements, payroll services, and more, primarily serving the aerospace and defense, automotive, construction, manufacturing, and shipbuilding sectors.
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
