1st Class Structural Welder

Job Description

Job Description

1st Class Marine Structural Welder

Location: Mobile Al & Pascagoula MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Day Shift / Night Shift / Weekend Shift / Overtime Available
Pay: $30 - $34

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced 1st Class Marine Structural Welder to support shipbuilding, repair, and modernization projects in a shipyard environment. The ideal candidate will have advanced welding experience working on marine structural steel components aboard commercial or naval vessels. Candidates must be able to perform high-quality welds in multiple positions while meeting shipyard production and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding on ship hulls, bulkheads, decks, foundations, and other marine steel structures
• Weld using FCAW, SMAW, MIG, and Stick welding processes as required
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, ship drawings, and work specifications
• Prepare materials for welding including grinding, beveling, fitting, and alignment
• Weld in flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions
• Ensure weld quality meets shipyard, NAVSEA, ABS, and customer specifications
• Inspect completed welds for defects and perform repairs as needed
• Operate welding machines, grinders, torches, and related fabrication equipment safely
• Work closely with shipfitters, supervisors, and quality control personnel to complete projects on schedule
• Maintain clean work areas and follow all shipyard safety procedures

Qualifications

• 3+ years of marine structural welding experience preferred
• Must qualify as a 1st Class Structural Welder based on shipyard testing standards
• Proficient in FCAW and SMAW welding processes required
• Ability to pass multi-position welding tests in accordance with shipyard requirements
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols
• Experience working on commercial, naval, or industrial marine vessels preferred
• Familiarity with NAVSEA, ABS, and shipyard welding standards preferred
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and physically demanding environments

Preferred Certifications

• AWS Welding Certification
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
• NAVSEA Welding Qualifications preferred
• Shipyard Competent Person Certification a plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
• Long-term shipyard projects

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Company Description

At Genesis, we love people. Our mission is to be a blessing in all we do while putting people to work. We specialize in partnering with candidates and clients to bring the right people together to accomplish great things.

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Company Description

At Genesis, we love people. Our mission is to be a blessing in all we do while putting people to work. We specialize in partnering with candidates and clients to bring the right people together to accomplish great things.\r\n\r\nGenesis Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.\r\n\r\nBy applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Genesis Staffing and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at