Welder

Welder - MIG/TIG

We are seeking skilled Structural Welders for an opportunity in Kings Bay, GA. This role involves utilizing MIG and TIG welding skills to fabricate and repair equipment, ensuring high-quality work in a government contract environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive instructions, prints, and work orders to plan work procedures and determine tool and material requirements.
• Fabricate equipment by cutting, burning, and welding various metals.
• Repair equipment using appropriate welding techniques and equipment in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Clean and prepare surfaces to be welded, set up, assemble, and tack weld parts.
• Build up worn or defective surfaces.
• Use burning equipment to dismantle assemblies and cut material to size and shape.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly.
• Weld parts to form complete units or subunits.
• Follow blueprints and layout specifications using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.

Essential Skills

• MIG and TIG welding proficiency.
• Ability to follow blueprints and layout specifications.
• Experience with FCAW, SMAW, and other welding techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance (Final) required.
• Minimum of 1+ years experience in a shipyard or the Navy working on submarines or related marine industry.
• Completion of Welding School and practical experience in the field.
• Experience working with MIG and TIG welding techniques.

Why Work Here?

This position offers a high-level government contract with great benefits and growth potential. You'll have the opportunity to travel occasionally and work on projects involving submarine construction. Additionally, you'll benefit from a long-term opportunity with potential for career advancement and participation in a weld school.

Work Environment

The work site is located at Kings Bay Naval Base in Kings Bay, GA, starting in a production shop off-base in St Marys, GA. There may be opportunities to work on base and travel as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Marys, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $28.89/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Marys,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.