The Welder III supports marine and shipboard operations at Oceaneering’s Marine Services Division (MSD) in Chesapeake, VA. This role requires advanced welding proficiency, technical judgment, and the ability to perform complex work in high-consequence environments. This role may require overtime. Travel may be required up to 75% of the year.
Interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings.
Fabricate and repair structural and piping components.
Select appropriate materials, joint configurations, and welding parameters.
Perform welding in confined spaces and elevated positions.
Meet visual, dimensional, and UT/RT inspection requirements.
Maintain safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior welders.
Required
High school diploma/GED
Minimum five (5) years welding experience in an industrial environment, preferably in the shipbuilding industry.
Proficiency in TIG, Stick, MIG, and Flux-Cored welding.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Ability to obtain and maintain required welding certifications.
Must be a U.S. citizen who is not a dual citizen of any other country.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Desired
Experience working in marine or naval environment.
Familiarity with SUBSAFE, Deep Submergence Systems, or other high-consequence quality programs.
Experience with UT/RT inspection methods.
Experience with hull penetration, mechanized, and/or automatic welding.
Experience mentoring or leading others.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:
Ability to work independently and perform with little to no oversight.
Detail-oriented.
Pay Transparency:
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Compensation: $32 - $42
Working Conditions
This position is considered SHOP/INDOORS which is characterized as follows.
Primarily indoors during the day and occasionally at night
Frequently working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment
When outdoors, humidity is frequently above 90%
Noise is over 85 decibels
Light is intense/glare
Occasional exposure to open fire/flames/sparks
Frequent exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gases
Includes exposure to contaminants
Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures
Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable
Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people
Requires working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions
Physical Activity/Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position is considered MEDIUM work.
OCCASIONAL
FREQUENT
CONSTANT
Lift 20-50 pounds
Work in confined spaces, kneel, jump, run, work while lying on stomach/back, crawl, and use repetitive movements of the arms and hands.
Identify color differences
Wear PPE for skin protection
Lift 10-25 pounds
Climb stairs/ladders, stand, balance, stoop, squat, reach, and lift/carry objects
Twist body, sit with back supported, head forward/flexed, head tilted/rotated, and work with arms extended overhead
Operate a motor vehicle
Lift up to 10 pounds
Wear PPE protection for body, vision, and hearing protection
