DG BOSS: Shipfitter/Welder (FN)

Job description

Title: DG BOSS: Shipfitter/Welder (FN) Responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance of vessel or craft and industrial plant equipment cognizant to A-06 Port Operations and all related structural work, including but not limited to: a) Repair, removal, fabrication and installation of piping, production welding of hull plating and various structures. b) Electric arc, oxy-acetylene or other gaseous welding or brazing processes necessary for structural repairs and fabrications, including manual, semi-automatic arc or gas welding methods (MIG or TIG) or combination of both. c) Cutting, beveling and gauging ferrous and non-ferrous metals using manual, semi-automatic arc and gas flame equipment. d) Layouts, fabrication of jigs, forms and work patterns during structural repairs, fabrications and installations. e) Reading and interpreting blueprints and developing sketches as work guide. f) Identifying metal or work piece characteristics and use of applicable repair/replacement material, electrode or fillers. g) Ultrasonic Test Inspection and Non-Destructive Test by Dye-Penetrant or other applicable methods, as required in the inspection and performance of work. h) Performance of assigned scheduled (PMS) maintenance requirements on boats, crafts and IPEs, compliant with US Navy 3M System. i) Support to maintenance and repairs of Syncrolift Shiplift & Transfer System. Maintains awareness to safety requirements and all work areas clean and in good housekeeping. Performs other duties as required to support contract requirements of A-06. Basic Qualifications Familiar in structural system of U.S. Navy ships and/or commercial vessels. Knowledge in blueprint reading, shop mathematics, structural fabrications and shipboard welding processes. Must speak, read, and understand English language, both orally and in writing. Must pass overseas medical screening and be in good health. Holder of a valid driver's license. Preferred Qualifications JOB SPECIFICATIONS: SPECIAL CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING Certified PQS 301 (Maintenance Personnel), Personnel Qualification Standard for Ship Maintenance and Material Management (3M) System. Trade School training in Welding Technology, shop mathematics, metal working and mechanical drawing. ABS Welder Certification is preferred but not necessary. EDUCATION: High School graduate and vocational course related to Welding Technology. Formal schooling/training/apprenticeship course in Shipboard, Marine, or ABS Welding Technology is preferred but not necessary. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of four (4) year experience as Shipfitter journeyman or Marine Welder in Naval Ship Repair Facility or commercial shipyard/Industries.