Welder - 1A
Company: Southwest Shipyard Lp
Location: Galveston
Posted on: October 2, 2024
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Job Description:
SUMMARY OF COMPANYSouthwest Shipyard, LP provides gas freeing
and cleaning services, steaming, and flaring services, Barge and
boat repair, Surface preparation and painting, water treatment and
new construction services to the commercial and government marine
industry. Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards
in South Texas with direct deep-water access to the Gulf of Mexico.
We take pride in our dedicated and experienced workforce that
focuses on Quality, Safety and Environmental Excellence. Our motto
is "Faster, Safer, Better". Responsibilities:Primary
responsibilities are to perform welding and repair functions with
following objectives: Grind barge & boat repair areas, internal
compartments & cargo tanks, external surface areas in preparation
of welding.Weld barge & boat repair areas, internal compartments &
cargo tanks, external surface areas, and specialty components &
areas with the required number passes to achieve full penetration
welds.Operate welding & grinding equipment, vacuum pumps, air
pumps, compressors, blowers, meters, hoses etc. to accomplish weld
& repair duties.Duties:Cuts and welds steel plate to make the
necessary repairs and/or alterations using welding equipment as
directed by foreman or supervisorConsults with foreman or
supervisor regarding installation or repair problems, sequence of
operations, and time required to complete repair and/or
installationPositions and/or secures blocking at bottom and sides
of vessels according to size, weight, and weight distribution of
vessels, using fasteners, hand tools, and power tools as
necessaryMaintain a safe working environment and attend safety
meetings as required.Performs other duties as assigned.Education,
Experience and Training:Minimum one (1) experience in shipyard
welding and repair operations.Be able to perform simple paper work
as required for filling out forms and logs.Special
Requirements/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Mandatory drug testing
prior to employment, and will be subject to random, unannounced
drug and/or alcohol tests during employment.Must be able to
communicate and take directions from Foreman & Supervisor.Able to
work without contact lenses.Required to arrive to work on time and
also work overtime hours as required.Understand general policies
and procedures as described in the quality & environmental
manuals.Required to undergo a training program and participate in
refresher training as needed.Physical/Environmental
Requirements:Barge chemical environment. Requires prolonged
kneeling, standing, walking, twisting, climbing, and the ability to
lift and carry in access of 120 lbs, assisted. Ability to work in
varied conditions (i.e.: heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, etc.), inside
and outside.Able to work in confined space, heights and operate
equipment efficiently and safely. PI44ba65080377-25660-35624852
Keywords: Southwest Shipyard Lp, Texas City , Welder - 1A, Other , Galveston, Texas
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