Welder-Winter Work-Mid January-April

Are you ready for a rewarding and challenging career with Fraser Shipyards? If you have a passion for the maritime industry and want to be part of a team that builds and repairs vessels for a wide variety of customers, this is your chance to join one of the most trusted names in shipbuilding! Fraser Shipyards offers a dynamic work environment where quality craftsmanship and reliability are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for skilled welders to join our team for an exciting temporary position that runs from January 15th through the end of April, working on Great Lakes vessels during the winter months.

Job Summary As a Welder at Fraser Shipyards, you will play a key role in building and repairing steel vessels, using your welding expertise to help create high-quality crafts. This hands-on position offers the opportunity to work in challenging, rewarding conditions, with exposure to the elements as you work on vessels for a range of customers. The work is fast-paced, fulfilling, and critical to the continued success of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret detailed blueprints and engineering drawings to plan welding operations and ensure precision in every task.
• Weld components in various positions (flat, vertical, overhead) using MIG or TIG welding processes, focusing primarily on GMAW.
• Grind, clamp, and tack-weld parts to meet exact specifications, ensuring top-quality results.
• Operate a wide range of safety equipment and tools, strictly adhering to safety protocols.
• Use your expertise in welding and fabrication to produce flawless results with every weld.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues quickly, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
• Perform additional duties as needed to ensure team success and timely project completion.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Expertise in steel welding and fabrication, with a passion for high-quality craftsmanship.
• Knowledge of welding techniques and standard manufacturing practices in a shipbuilding environment.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely and work under limited supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically on the job.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and supervisors.
• A commitment to safety and adherence to all work practices.

Qualifications

• Previous welding experience in a similar environment preferred.
• Welding certificate or relevant technical school education is a plus.
• Must be able to pass a USCG/ABS weld qualification test prior to the second stage of the hiring process.

Physical Requirements

Position requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, crawling, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, overhead work, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity. Must be able to work in tight, confined spaces, such as accessing manholes, and awkward positions for long periods of time. Must be able to conduct inside and outside work in all temperatures. Use of manufacturing equipment. Work in environment where harmful dusts, fogs, fumes, gases, etc. might be present and the use of a respirator may be required. Ability to work in inclement weather conditions/areas that at times are not environmentally controlled. Able to move/lift/pull/push 50 lbs.

Applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen prior to employment start.

Fraser Shipyards is an equal opportunity employer including disability and vets.

Fraser Shipyards offers competitive pay with excellent benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Life Insurance
• 401(k) Contributions
• Paid Time Off

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to excellence in shipbuilding and repair. Apply today to take on this exciting and challenging position!

Final applicants must complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen prior to employment start. All offers of employment at Fraser Industries are contingent upon negative results of a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.

Salary : $19 - $32