Overview
A Welding Leaderman assigns tasks and supervises Fitter, Welders, Helpers, and Painters daily to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Essential Job Functions
Ability to troubleshoot problems, identify, propose and implement remedies
Perform repairs and maintenance aboard dredges and other marine vessels
Install, assemble, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various equipment.
Fabricate with different types of metals via torches, plasma & other related craft power tools.
Understanding of diagrams, schematics, drawings and technical manuals for repairs and diagnostics of equipment.
Understand and sketch complex mechanical and structural drawings
Utilize instruments to measure angles, material thickness and distances i.e. – squares, levels, tapes & other craft related devices
Regularly communicate and work with contractors, vendors, and other trades
Ensure work areas are kept clean and well organized
Complete assigned tasks in a safe/productive manner
Follows all company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “Incident and Injury Free” work environment
Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
Ability to lead others and provide detailed instructions
Supervises and participates in the fabrication, maintenance and repair of equipment / vessels.
Directly supervises fitters, welders, helpers, laborers, and painters
Training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work in a safe manner.
Required Certifications or Licenses
Must possess a valid Driver’s license, must have a good driving record
Requirements
8+ years of fabrication and shipyard experience
This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language
Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site
Travel (by land, air, and water) to field locations is required.
Ability to work a 50 hour work week M-F, overtime as needed
Must be able to work 7 days/week as needed
Ability to understand and draw complex mechanical and structural drawings
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals
Technical understanding of stick, tig/mig & flux-core processes
Experience in weld testing procedures i.e. – visual inspection, pressure testing, dye penetrant & hydrostatic.
Familiar with all fitting aspects of manipulating different types of metals via torches, plasma, arc gauging, with various gas
Proficient knowledge with proper installation and welding procedures
Ability to communicate with contractors, vendors, and other trades
Ability to work independently and with others – team player
Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors
Strong problem-solving abilities
Understanding of ABS, OSHA, and USCG regulations related to marine industry
Ensure a safe work environment and practices to assigned employees
Ensure employees keep work areas clean and in efficient working order
Ensure assigned tasks are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner
Ensure Company procedures and guidelines are followed by assigned employees
Review / critique work in progress by employees
Provide technical support to employees on assigned tasks
Provide technical support (via cellphone) to equipment personnel in need of assistance to solve issues aboard dredges and other vessels
Ensure proper maintenance and upkeep of facility and assigned equipment
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat and lift for long periods of time.
Ability to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work from platforms.
Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs unassisted
Additional Duties
This Job Description does not cover all of the required duties, activities, functions and responsibilities of the position, any of which may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of Weeks Marine, Inc., with or without notice.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Weeks Marine, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination, hostility, harassment, and retaliation.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.