Job Descriptions: Job Overview: Position: Welder I (Entry Level): Continental Tide is seeking motivated, energetic entry-level candidates interested in the dynamic environment of U.S. Navy Ship repair. Candidates must possess a technical school certificate, and the ability to secure a Security Credential. Desired applicants possess experience with SMAW and FCAW methods, as well as a strong work ethic, dedication, and aspiration to excel. Continental Tide supports our forces around the globe. Work sites include: Virginia Beach, VA; San Diego, CA; Seattle, WA, Honolulu Hi; Yokosuka, Japan; Gaeta, Italy; Rota, Spain and many others. A willingness to travel, strong communication skills and the ability to work in teams is a must. In return, we will provide a competitive wage, day light working hours, full benefits package and an investment in your career development by providing you with the technical skills you will need in order to be successful in your career. Candidates would be required to relocate to Continental Tide’s Virginia Beach, VA location or San Diego California. Company Overview: Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader, providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations. At Continental Tide, we understand that a great company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, no matter what their title is, and letting them grow in their role as the company does. We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, be challenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, and do things they wouldn't have the opportunity to do elsewhere. Our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we’re looking for "the best at what they do" to join our team and help us grow. Attention to detail and a willingness to learn is essential as you will be fully engaged from the first day. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, relocation reimbursement, competitive employee benefit options, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match. We are always looking for top-talent and we look forward to new-thinkers and team-players joining our company! Required Experience: Essential Duties & Responsibilities: + Familiar in joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. + Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding process. Must be able to select required welding filler materials, joint design, heat ranges and most effective or required welding process/procedure to ensure quality welding operations IAW TWD. + Inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness and adherence to standards. + Experienced in SMAW and FCAW. Able to weld multiple types, thicknesses & sizes of plate & bar material in horizontal, overhead and/or vertical positions. Possess basic and some advanced specialized welder's tools. Requirements: + Must possess a high school, trade or vocational school degree. + Ability to read and interpret installation drawings, installation specifications and NAVSEA Standard Items is preferred. + Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance. + Must have the ability to obtain base access and security credentials. + Ability to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. + Ability to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. + Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States. + Due to export control regulations, this role is open to U.S. citizens only. Additional Physical requirements include: + Candidate must be able to walk, stand for long periods of time, sit, bend, stretch, reach, squat and twist + Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. + Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. + Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States. + Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform the essential job duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the safety or health of employee or others. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Keyword: Welder I From: Continental Tide Defense System INC.