Marine Welder/Shipfitter

Vanport Marine & Industrial is looking for experienced marine WELDER/Ship Fitters for shipboard and industrial projects. Pipe welding experience a plus!

We're crewing up for work this fall in NEWPORT, OR.

Vanport is a local company for topside marine repair, metal fabrication, and industrial services. Our team of talented craft persons takes pride in our work and our safety record. Based in Portland, Vanport serves the PNW, CA, AK, and HI. Check out our projects: vanportindustrial.com/projects.

At Vanport Marine & Industrial we are dedicated to employing the most skilled, versatile, committed people. We work as a team and take pride in each other's successes. We compensate our people well; we trust them and expect great things of them.
If you meet the qualifications, please email a copy of your resume.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants who are asked to interview shall come prepared to display proficiency by performing in-shop layout and blueprint reading testing. The processes that will be tested will be chosen by Vanport and based on the skills noted in the applicant's resume. Applicants will be required to provide their own PPE and any tools that aid them during testing.

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ABS Certs, D1.1, D1.2, and D1.6 desired but not required. TWIC card a plus.
Open shop
Standard work hours are Monday Friday, 7:30 4pm
Paid holidays and PTO
Paid Employee insurance after 60 days: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-term Disability.
401K safe harbor with 4% matching contributions and profit sharing
Training and Certifications
Travel Crews receive Per Diem and typically work overtime
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WELDER/SHIPFITTER SUMMARY
Fabricate, Fit and Weld a variety of metal surfaces or pipe (carbon steel, CUNI, stainless steel, etc.) for vessels in all stages of repair and modernization, and industrial projects, using various types of welding equipment. Welds deck and bulkhead plating, fabricated cast or forged components according to specifications for vessels, tanks or other structural assemblies. Work includes assembling, cutting, and grinding, tacking, fitting, and installation of piping and installation of fittings and valves.
Performs layout work according to blueprints or reference lines.
Most work will be performed dockside/aboard vessels. Some projects may require pre-fabrication of parts at our shop in NE Portland.
Performs related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

WELDER/SHIPFITTER QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

High school or equivalent education preferred
Minimum three years of experience preferred
Completion of trade school program in welding helpful but not required
Knowledge of welding procedures, and various types of welding equipment, proficient in flat, vertical, overhead, and horizontal arc, SMAW and flux-core, tig welding and air arc skills. Proficiency in welding SMAW, (6010, 6011, and 7018); GTAW (CUNI, Stainless, Aluminum, Carbon) with Sil-braze, etc.
Ability to burn efficiently and with good quality using a hand-cutting torch
Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and on any assigned shift.
Must comprehend written and verbal instructions (in English), including Blueprint reading and layout skills
Must be able to hear warning signals, read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings.
Able to work independently as well as in a team environment
Work performed both onboard ship and in shop
Travel and overtime may be required up to 50%
A welding/proficiency test will be conducted prior to hire

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TO APPLY: Submit resume or completed application,