Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
- Weld components in 2G, 3G, and 4G positions in a minimum of 4 processes. Interpret a NAVSEA approved WPS (weld procedure specification).
- Use fillet weld gauges, V-WAC gauge, bridge cam gauge for first in line quality checks as welds are completed, according to the correct NAVSEA fabrication document.
- Set up or program power supplies with the ability to identify correct support gear needed with minimal supervision in multiple processes.
- Proficient in oxy/fuel cutting, plasma cutting and CAC-A (carbon arc air) cutting, gouging, and scarfing of welds and beveling plates.
- Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind and/or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
- Detect and troubleshoot faulty operation of equipment and/or defective materials and notify supervisors.
- Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to join weldments, using processes such as GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, GMAW-P, GMAW-S, SMAW, SAW, Mechanized processes, and ability to set up stud welding gun consistently using any combination of at least 4 processes.
- Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Examine work pieces for defects, and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with NAVSEA specifications.
- Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as angle grinders, die grinders and needle scalers.
- Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.
- Work consistently with supervisors and complete daily assignments with some to little supervision.
- Work outside of trade as required to complete daily tasks.
- Regular and predictable attendance is considered an essential function of all roles at Fairlead, and employees are expected to meet this standard.
Qualifications and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent and Work Experience: Minimum 3 years related welding experience.
- Candidate must have prior experience and qualification in accordance with applicable NAVSEA documents.
- Knowledge of a wide range of welding principles, processes, and techniques requiring correct weld joint identification in accordance with MIL-22D or AWS D1.1, and the ability to identify and correct weld defects prior to an NDT inspector showing up on site providing acceptable first-time quality.
- Ability to interpret weld symbols and identify necessary weld sizes and joint configuration.
- Ability to maintain dimensions and tolerances to specifications.
- Ability to weld dissimilar metals.
- Ability to weld parts and structures that vary in size, shape, and thickness.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain access to assigned military/government installations as required for work activity.
- Ability to obtain weld certifications in multiple processes as required per division needs.
- Certification and experience as a forklift and man-lift operator.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Physical Demands:
- While performing these job duties, employees are routinely required to stand, walk, lift, climb, and sit. To use their hands and fingers to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and to type or write. Employees are also required to be able to see, talk, hear, and smell. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.
- Involves heavy lifting, frequent stooping, bending, crawling, reaching and possible working assignments in overhead structures, confined spaces or beneath machinery either indoors or outdoors in the elements and noisy conditions.
Work Environment
- This position is performed in a traditional shop/office environment, with local travel between facilities and project locations required. Occasional travel outside of the local area may be required in the development of technical requirements, vendors, suppliers, and other team members.
Tooling Required:
- 25' Tape
- Center Punch
- 3 lb beater
- Chalk Box
- Pencil
- Combination Square
- Burning goggles
- Striker
- Full Face Welding Shield
- Welding Gloves
- Slag Hammer
- Bottle Wrench
- 12" Crescent Wrench
- Wire Cutters
- Pliers
- Utility Knife
- Electrode holder (stinger)
- Lockable tool storage
Our Workplace Commitment
At Fairlead, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, ethical, and high-integrity work environment. Every team member is expected to uphold our HOLD FAST values through:
- Legal Compliance & Ethics: Strictly adhering to all applicable laws, company policies, and regulatory standards.
- Transparency: Fostering open, honest communication and accountability across all levels of the organization.
- Conflict-of-Interest Prevention: Actively identifying, disclosing, and avoiding situations where personal interests conflict with professional responsibilities.
- Zero Tolerance for Discrimination & Harassment: Maintaining a safe, respectful workplace free from any form of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.