Plate Welder

Gulf Copper Ship Repair • Corpus Christi, TX

379d • Onsite

About The Position

The Plate Welder position at Gulf Copper Ship Repair Inc. involves welding steel plates and pipes for the repair and construction of marine vessels and industrial components. The role requires understanding welding procedures, interpreting blueprints, and utilizing various welding techniques and equipment. Welders will work in open-air conditions and must adhere to safety protocols while performing their duties.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Some college or technical school certification.
• Six months to one year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must pass an ABS or ASME weld test.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work under deadlines and schedule pressures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High performance and a strong team player.
• Commitment to company values and safety program.

Responsibilities

• Understand welding procedures and parameters.
• Comprehend and utilize blueprints, sketches, drawings, and technical manuals.
• Weld steel plates and pipes in the repair and/or construction of marine vessels and industrial components.
• Use various types of welding equipment for different types of metal.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Perform related tasks such as cutting and grinding.
• Repair broken or cracked parts, fill holes, and increase the size of metal parts.
• Weld metal parts together using gas welding, brazing, arc welding, wire fed welding, or TIG welding processes.
• Select and set up welding equipment, execute planned welds, and examine welds to ensure they meet standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
• Education Level: High school or GED