Shipfitter/Structural Welder - Maritime

  • PDS Tech
  • Escanaba, Michigan
  • Full Time
ShipfitterStructural Welder - Maritime

Location

Escanaba, Michigan

Job type

ContractTemporary

Salary

$ 27 - $ 33 Hour

Category

MarineShipyard - WeldingPipe Fitting

Are you ready to watch your career set sail? Look no further! PDS Tech Commercial Inc has just the opportunity you have been looking for.

At PDS Tech, we're not just offering employment opportunities; we're building futures. As a leading force in the industry, we're on the lookout for talented Shipfitters and Welders to join our team in Marinette, WI.

With a focus on innovation, safety, and growth, we provide the perfect environment for you to thrive and shine. As a ShipfitterWelder you play a vital role in shaping our client's future!

Shift = All Shifts Available!

Pay = $27-33hour (dependent on results of ABS Test)

Duration = 6 months+ (Temp to hire)

As a ShipfitterWelder, you will be responsible for utilizing various tools and equipment in the fabrication, assembling and erection of metalponents at the various stages on a marine vessel.

Your expertise in welding using electric, gas, arc and other welding equipment will be put to the test as you perform with precision and efficiency on large fleet maritime vessels. Previous shipyardwelding experience is required as all candidates will need to successfullyplete required shipfittingweld tests to meet our stringent quality standards.

Additional ShipfitterWelder responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Flux core tacking, GMAW, and GTAW tacking carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum

Lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications, using straightedge, plum bob, auto level, transit, go-no-go gauge,bination square, calipers, and ruler.

Cuts work piece, using powered saws, gas torch, oxi-fuel, and plasma torch.

Installs or repairs decks, bulkheads, and tank linings.

Observes tests on welded surfaces, such as hydrostatic, x-ray, and dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.

Prepare and inspects grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring instruments.

Removes rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper. Weldsponents in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.

Heats, forms, and dresses metal parts, using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment. Ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc.

What Do We Want to Know About You? We're looking for candidates who possess:

High school degree or equivalent.

2+ years of experience in a custom build shop preferred.

Read and interpret blues utilizing both metric and standard measurements

Physically able to lift 50 pounds - inclusive of walkingclimbing stairs

Comfortable working in smallerenclosed spaces within the ship

Are you ready to build a new career with PDS? If you're ready to join our team of Maritime superheroes, we want to hear from you! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of something big.

Why Choose PDS Tech Commercial?

Competitivepensation package

Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Don't delay today and let's set sail building a brighter future together!

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) andor Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details: $27.00 to $33.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program,muter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay w applicable.

Equal Opportunity EmployerVeteransDisabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to pdstechcandidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws andor security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Job ID: 480947339
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025

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