WORK SCHEDULE

Varies by Department and / or Location.

Channelview Day Shift : 6 : 00am - 3 : 30pm

Channelview Night Shift : 3 : 30pm - 12 : 00am (Midnight)

Brady Island Day Shift : 7 : 00am - 3 : 30pm

Brady Island Night Shift : 3 : 30pm - 12 : 00am (Midnight)

Galveston Day Shift : 5 : 00am - 4 : 30pm

Galveston Night Shift : 4 : 30pm - 3 : 00am

Overtime is built into work schedule.

Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.

Pay Rate : starting at $17.00 per hr.*

Pay is determined by Internal Weld Test Classification Results

SMAW and / or FCAW Weld Test required of all candidates.

HR will contact qualified applicants to schedule on-site weld test.

SUMMARY OF COMPANY

Southwest Shipyard, LP provides gas freeing and cleaning services, steaming, and flaring services, Barge and boat repair, Surface preparation and painting, water treatment and new construction services to the commercial and government marine industry.

Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water access to the Gulf of Mexico.

We take pride in our dedicated and experienced workforce that focuses on Quality, Safety and Environmental Excellence. Our motto is Faster, Safer, Better .

JOB SUMMARY

This position is primarily responsible for using electrical currents to fuse metals like steel together to repair parts or build new components.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Grind barge & boat repair areas, internal compartments & cargo tanks, and external surface areas in preparation for welding.
• Weld barge & boat repair areas, internal compartments & cargo tanks, external surface areas, and specialty components & areas with the required number of passes to achieve full penetration welds.
• Operate welding & grinding equipment, blowers, hoses, etc., to accomplish weld & repair duties.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit areas where it is required.

This includes a hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD’s), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and the location the work is being done.

In addition, Employees in this position must also be capable of :

• Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.
• Standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, or sitting for long periods of time.
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, and back in the performance of work.
• Climbing stairs and / or vertical ladders of varying heights.
• Working in confined work areas and / or elevated heights.
• Lifting objects of a minimum of 10lbs, with a maximum single-person lift limit of 50lbs, with frequent lifting and carrying.
• Adapting to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
• Visually inspecting equipment and verifying information, often in small print.
• Driving and / or operating heavy machinery safely and being always alert and aware of surroundings.
• Applying sideways / upward / downward pressure to tighten and loosen hardware.

The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace.

Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must pass a welding test to obtain internal skill classification.
• Mandatory drug testing prior to employment, and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and / or alcohol tests during employment.
• Must be able to communicate and take directions from Foreman & Supervisor.
• Able to work without contact lenses.
• Required to arrive to work on time and also work overtime hours as required.
• Understand general policies and procedures as described in the quality & environmental manuals.
• Required to undergo a training program and participate in refresher training as needed.
• Must have or be eligible for a TWIC card.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary.
• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life).
• 401(k) / Retirement Savings.
• Friendly Work Environment.
• Paid-Time off / Holidays.
• Career Path Opportunities

EEO Statement

Southwest Shipyard, LP is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.?

Southwest Shipyard, LP participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.?

Southwest Shipyard, LP is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Southwest Shipyard, LP, via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Southwest Shipyard, LP in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of Southwest Shipyard, LP.

As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Southwest Shipyard, LP.

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Job Details

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Use automated welding equipment to overlay various corrosion resistant alloys per instructions.
• Prepare, grind, clean and stencil the components product to be welded as required.
• Study all instructions and drawings to successfully setup components prior to start.
• Continually monitor all processes and record data as required for every project.
• Measure clad layer deposits against drawing requirements to ensure sufficient material clean up.
• Keep records of hours worked or logged to the job.
• Keep work area clean and safe.
• Be able to maintain an acceptance rate of 98% or higher

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Prepare components per drawing requirements dimensions on the welding parts.
• Use overhead cranes to load and unload material to required areas.
• Any other request by supervisors as required.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum of five years welding experience using automated (GTAW) welding equipment.
• Conscientious and determined to produce quality work.
• Ability to read and understand API and ASME related welding procedures (WPS).
• Satisfactory vision with the ability to pass visual exam.
• Good communication skills (Must be able to communicate in English).
• Experience with using large overhead cranes and safe rigging techniques.
• Interpret blueprints, routers and understand welding symbols.
• Ability to follow detailed and complex instructions.
• Prepare and understand measuring equipment.
• Basic math skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent walking, stair climbing, squatting, bending, pushing / pulling and sitting.

Overview

As a leader in deepwater drilling, Diamond Offshore provides contract drilling services and fresh perspectives to anticipating and solving deepwater challenges globally.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the Company also maintains primary regional offices in Australia, Singapore, Brazil, and Scotland, with local offices in other countries as required to support operations.

Responsibilities :

The Welder will report to the Rig Superintendent and will be responsible for safely and efficiently fabricating, cutting, modifying or repairing metal and steel devices, structures and piping as directed.

Primary Responsibilities :

The Welder may :

• Layout, cut and weld metal components as specified by drawings, welding diagrams, work orders, or verbal directions.
• Fabricate new structures and repair damaged equipment and structures
• Maintain good housekeeping in work area
• Participate fully in all Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives and safety programs and in pre-tour weekly safety meetings
• Follow Diamond Offshore Global Excellence Management System (G.E.M.S.)
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications : Basic

Basic

• At least 18 years of age
• Possess or able to obtain a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC). Any candidate selected for this position will not be allowed to begin work without a card in hand or proof from the TSA of a card "In Production" or "In Transit.

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• 5 or more years of experience as a Welder / Fitter
• Able to obtain ABS 6G welding certification
• Able to obtain GTAW or SMAW 90ksi on 4130 material grades

Preferred

• Possess or able to obtain a passport
• Possess ABS 6G GTAW Welding Certification

To be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and submitting a copy of your resume on or before the requisition closing date of DD MM YY.

Diamond Offshore is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Koch Specialty Plant Services, LLC has immediate openings for Welders for various locations within the U.S. Our Team Koch Specialty Plant Services, LLC (KSPS) is a world leader for providing tower, vessel, and mass transfer equipment services to the refining and chemical industry.

We attained this leadership position by applying Market-Based Management®, our unique business philosophy that combines core values with a focused business approach.

Integrity, compliance and customer focus are paramount to our success and KSPS' industry leading position as a specialty tower, vessel and mass transfer internals service provider has been solidified in the marketplace because, quite simply, ''we do what we say we can do''.

There are many ways to define value.

For KSPS, meeting our commitments and exceeding customer expectations are key measures when it comes to quantifying the true value of a deliverable.

Unlike anyone else, KSPS has the ability to integrate people, experience, discipline, knowledge, and our unique market-based management business philosophy to deliver the best value proposition in the industry.

What You Will Do Weld according to engineering specifications on plant process equipment and structural steel.

Possess a basic understanding and application of making boiler repairs on pressure vessels such as; reactors, exchangers, pipping, towers and drums.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• 2 years of general welding experience or successful completion of a vocational welding training program.
• Ability to read, write, and speak in English .
• Must be able to pass a weld qualification test.

Weld test(s) administered will be specific to the project currently being staffed.

You will be administered at least one of the following :

• Plate Test - ½" Plate, (3) Position SMAW, welded with various filler metal.
• Nozzle Test -2.75" OD x .625" THK, 6G, SMAW with backing ring, welded with various filler metal.
• GTAW (TIG) Test - 2" XXH, 6G, GTAW / SMAW, with open root, ER70S2 / E7018 or E309L.
• Overlay Test - 4" S40, 6G or (3) position plate test, SMAW, single or double pass, using various filler metal.
• Flux Core - ½" Plate, (3) Position FCAW, E71-T-1M (75 / 25 Ar / CO2)
• Must have current TWIC Card or ability to obtain one if required.
• Must be able to provide your own transportation to job locations throughout the US.
• Must be willing and able to meet all Company and Customer project entry requirements including training, background check, and drug test. What Will Put You Ahead
• Must have 1 year or more of industrial plant experience making weld repairs to coded pressure vessels, reactors, towers and drums.
• A welding certificate and / or vocational welding training.
• Basic Plus Orientation and Confined Space Training.
• Successful completion of an NCCER craft assessment test. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs.

This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions.

Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data.

The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds.

We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

Learn more about our hiring philosophy here . Who We Are As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Koch Specialty Plant Services (KSPS) provides code welding work related to repair, revamp, replacement and field fabrication of towers and vessels, piping and specialty welding, mass transfer equipment installation, inspection and professional project services.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better.

Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives.

We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.

This employer uses E-Verify.

Please visit the following website for additional information : http : / / www.kochcareers.com / doc / Everify.pdf

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the lay out, fit, and fabrication of metal components to assemble moderately complex

structural forms, using standard knowledge of welding and fitting techniques, metallurgy, and engineering

requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ignite torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc.
• Analyze moderately complex engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and

welding operations.

Lay out, position, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications on moderately

complex projects

using straightedge, combination square, calipers, and ruler.

• Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment.
• Inspect gap allowances, using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring instruments.
• Remove rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Heats, forms, and dresses metal parts, using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment.
• Develop moderately complex templates and other work aids to hold and align parts.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Determine required equipment and welding method to complete moderately complex assignments,

applying standard knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.

Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) and three to seven years related

experience.

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive

or initiative.

• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job

type.

• Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
• Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Computer Skills

N / A

Certificates & Licenses :

Certified Welder in GMAW 3G minimum on 3 / 8’’ plate and FCAW (3G) on 1 plate

Other Requirements :

Standard to above average knowledge of blueprints, shop mathematics and weld symbols required.

Ability to safely operate overhead cranes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities Lift / Carry

Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs or less F (Frequently)

Walk C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs F (Frequently)

Sit O (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)

Handling / Fingering F (Frequently) 51-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

Reach Outward O (Occasionally)) Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally) Push / Pull

Climb O (Occasionally) 12 lbs or less F (Frequently)

Crawl O (Occasionally) 13-25 lbs O (Occasionally)

Squat or Kneel F (Frequently) 26-40 lbs O (Occasionally)

Bend F (Frequently) 41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs / day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs / day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs / day)

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the position, location, and / or

customer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work outside as well as in a shop environment. Shop environment may not have air conditioning.

The company had reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been

included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.

Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate