Welder

Description:

Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.

Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing. 

That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results. 

We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride. 

Your Mission:

Welding of various pre-fitted assemblies for Columbia-class submarines, Virginia-class submarines, Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers, and associated fixtures. Work is performed in accordance with NAVSEA and/or AWS D1.1 specifications. 

 

Explore the Depth of the Role:

• Weld proficiently in all positions with minimal defects. 
• Determine the correct equipment to use and method based on the requirements. 
• Basic welding machine setup and troubleshooting. 
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols. 
• Basic knowledge of grinding, gouging, and weld repair. 
• Ability to always stay focused and on-task. 
• Complete jobs within budget and timeline. 
• Accept constructive criticism, apply lessons learned, and consistently show improvement in all areas. 
• Familiar and complies with all safety requirements and protocols for working in an industrial environment. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Requirements:

Mission Readiness:

• High school diploma or GED preferred; or Successful completion of an accredited trade school welding program or equivalent; or 2-years demonstrated practical AWS D1.1 welding experience; or a comparable combination of education and experience. 
• Successful completion of 7 weld tests: FCAW (2G, 3G, and 4G); GWAW-Pulsed (2G, 3G, and 4G); GMAW-Spray (2G). 
• Successful completion of Pegasus Welder Workmanship Training (WWT). 

Travel Requirements:

• None

Physical Requirements:

• May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly. 
• May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver. 

Become a part of our Builders and you too can...

• Uphold Safety and Quality Standards 
• Embody Team Spirit 
• Relentless Customer Focus 
• Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism 
• Execute with Excellence and Velocity 

What Keel will build for you:

• Comprehensive Benefit Package 
• Competitive Pay 
• 401(k) Match 
• HSA/FSA 
• Paid Holidays 
• Paid Time Off 
• Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities 
• Shift Differentials 
• Overtime Potential 
• Paid on the Job Training 
• Certification Sponsorship Opportunities 
• Committed to Individual Career Growth 
• We Do Fun Things, Plus More! 

Need Assistance?

If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the employment process, please email [email protected] with details about your request and your contact information. Accommodation requests are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis. Please note that this email address is monitored only for inquiries related to reasonable accommodation requests. 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

 

What we build, builds us.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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