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Pipe Welder – Shipyard Opportunity
Location: Mississippi
Job Type: Long-Term Shipyard Opportunity
Shift: Must be available to work any shift
HKA is currently hiring experienced Pipe Welders for a long-term shipyard opportunity in Mississippi. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of pipe welding experience and be able to perform welding procedures on stainless steel and copper-nickel pipe.
Pay Package:
- Pay Rate: Up to $48.00 per hour, depending on experience
- Per Diem: $180.00 per day for qualified non-local candidates
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of pipe welding experience
- Experience with Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, also known as GTAW/TIG welding
- Experience with Shielded Metal Arc Welding, also known as SMAW/stick welding
- Ability to pass a military standard X-ray welding test on stainless steel and copper-nickel pipe in the restricted 6G position
- Ability to pass welding assessments in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions, including 3G, 2G, and 4G
- Must be able to work in a shipyard environment, including heights, confined spaces, various weather conditions, and multiple shifts
- Must be available to work ANY shift as production needs change
Welding Test Requirements:
- Pipe welding test is performed in a restricted 6G position
- Test is completed on a 5-inch schedule 80 carbon steel pipe
- GTAW/TIG process is used for the root pass
- 11018 electrode is used for the weld fill portion and cap
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform pipe welding procedures on stainless steel and copper-nickel pipe
- Use GTAW/TIG, SMAW/stick welding, and other required welding processes
- Work from shipyard requirements, procedures, and specifications
- Perform welding in production areas that may involve working at heights, in confined spaces, and in various weather conditions
- Follow all safety procedures and maintain a strong commitment to safe work practices
HKA stresses the importance of working safely in all situations.
Apply today to be considered for this long-term shipyard pipe welding opportunity.
Additional Information
HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.
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