Manufacturing Welder

M.C. Dean, Inc. Maritime Division operates globally, with regional offices in Chesapeake, VA, and San Diego, CA. Join our dynamic Alteration Installation Teams dedicated to C4ISR system installations on ships and submarines. Be part of an elite workforce on the waterfront and enjoy exceptional compensation and benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret technical specifications and installation drawings.
• Utilize various ARC and gas welding equipment for fabricating and repairing components such as foundations, cable hangers, and more.
• Weld across multiple positions and for diverse metals and alloys, including pipes and structural forms.
• Employ gas welding, brazing, and multiple arc welding processes effectively.
• Conduct thermal cutting and grinding as required.
• Repair and enhance metal parts by filling holes and adjusting sizes.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Three to five years of relevant welding experience is essential.
• ASNT NDT Level II Certification or comparable experience is preferable.
• Possession of additional technical certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Welding Supervisor/Inspector) is an advantage.

Safety and Physical Requirements:

• Must obtain Occupational Safety Haz-Mat Certification.
• Shipyard Competent Person Certification is required.
• Aloft/Climbing Shipyard Certification needed.
• Working in confined spaces certification is mandatory.
• Ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Work Location and Security:

• Primary work sites are in San Diego, CA, and Norfolk, VA, with potential travel to various shipyards in the U.S. and abroad.
• Positions are at government facilities; U.S. Citizenship and valid driver’s license are necessary.
• A successful background investigation is required.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Willingness to work overtime as requested by management.
• Safeguard company tools and equipment.
• Maintain welding inventory and organize tasks to ensure timely job completion.

Physical Requirements:

• Capable of lifting 100 pounds at once and sustaining 60 pounds over time.
• Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder independently.
• Able to work at heights up to 60 feet, steady on scaffolds and ladders.
• Frequent walking, climbing, squatting, and other physical activities are required.
• Must possess good vision (correctable), color perception, and the ability to communicate in English.
• Skilled in identifying potential issues and analyzing detailed information effectively.