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HII

Welder – Semi Skilled

HII

. Perform structural welding using SMAW (stick welding) and FCAW (wire welding) .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timePascagoula • Mississippi • United StatesJunior💰 $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in structural welding techniques, specifically SMAW and FCAW, with a strong commitment to safety and quality in shipbuilding environments. Proficient in reading and interpreting weld symbols and blueprints, ensuring high-quality workmanship in a 24/7 production setting.

Highest-signal resume keywords
SMAW WeldingFCAW WeldingWelding CertificationBlueprint InterpretationShipbuilding Experience

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Hard Skills
Structural WeldingStick WeldingWire WeldingWeld Symbol ReadingMeasurementsWeld TestingX-Ray Quality WeldingVertical Welding (3G)Horizontal Welding (2G)Overhead Welding (4G)
Soft Skills
Commitment to SafetyQuality WorkmanshipAdaptability
Certifications & Qualifications
Welding Technical Training Certification
Industry Keywords
ShipbuildingU.S. NavyU.S. Coast GuardManufacturing EnvironmentActive Shipyard

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
FluxRay

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Perform structural welding using SMAW (stick welding) and FCAW (wire welding)
  • Join together various metal materials to fabricate and assemble ship components
  • Read and interpret drawings, arrangements, weld symbols, and basic blueprints
  • Work in shipboard environments including heights, confined spaces, varying weather conditions, and around-the-clock production areas
  • Support production needs in a 24/7 manufacturing environment and be available for any shift
  • Build naval vessels for the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard as part of Ingalls Shipbuilding

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum of 6 months of work experience in FCAW (Flux Core) and SMAW (Stick) welding
  • Ability to pass military standard tests in the vertical (3G), horizontal (2G) and overhead (4G) positions
  • Successful completion of a welding technical training certification program may be accepted in lieu of the experience requirement
  • Ability to pass a hands-on skill assessment; the weld test is for x-ray quality
  • Experience with structural or industrial welding, including SMAW and/or FCAW
  • Ability to read basic weld symbols, measurements, and drawings
  • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and workmanship
  • Willingness to work in active shipyard environments
  • Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, varying weather conditions, and around-the-clock production areas
  • Availability for any shift in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent is preferred
  • Previous experience in shipbuilding is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Additional opportunities for overtime
  • Skills training
  • Advancement into higher craft levels
  • Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
  • On-site health centers
  • Tele-medicine
  • Wellness resources
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Savings plan options (401K)
  • Financial education and planning tools
  • Life insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee discounts
  • Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
  • Supportive and welcoming environment
  • Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth