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Welder Journeyman (Levels 1-3) $22.00-$38.00 (DOE)

San Diego, CA Full Time Posted: Jan 20, 2026
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Job Description

WELDER JOURNEYMAN

SALARY RANGE:

Level 1: $22.00-$25.00 (DOE)         Level 2: $26.00-$30.00 (DOE)          Level 3: $31.00-$38.00 (DOE)

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The Welder Journeyman Welds fabricated steel components to assemble structural forms in the assembly and production of Navy ship repair and other marine and commercial equipment. Welder Journeyman must possess trade specific tools.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / DUTIES

§  Operates fabrication shop and machine shop machinery and equipment.

§  Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements

§  Setup welding equipment

§  Fit and Tack parts together in preparation for welding

§  Remove excess slag

§  Perform precise fitting work on components

§  Running lines and leads

§  Blueprint & Weld symbols proficiency

§  Fill out Job JSA forms as required

 

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

§  Ability to weld in all positions

§  Blueprint proficiency

§  Ability to troubleshoot major welding equipment problems

§  Must be able to evaluate the use of various resources and make knowledgeable decisions regarding safety and company procedures and policies

§  Ability to use conventional and precision measuring instruments

§  Pass Welder Workmanship Training (WWT)

§  Able to operate sawzall, 4” & 7” grinders, and various other tools

§  Able to use Weld Gauges

§  Ability to weld in uncomfortable positions where applicable

§  Ability to work on beams, scaffolding, ladders and confined spaces.

COMPETENCIES

§  Communication Proficiency

§  Flexibility (Job duties & schedule)

§  Follow verbal/written instructions

§  Able to work independently with no supervision

§  Teamwork orientation

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

§  Must be certified Welder

§  Must have a minimum of:

Level 1: 1-2 years of ship repair experience and/or skill set.

Level 2: 2-4 years of ship repair experience and/or skill set.

Level 3: 5+ years of ship repair experience and/or skill set.

§  Must be able to work in the US.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Welder Journeyman must be able to meet and successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following physical demands are representative of the position.

The position is active and requires extensive standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing, and crouching. Additional demands are listed below:

§  Able to climb ladders and work off scaffolding

§  Able to lift, carry, or push up to 50 lbs. throughout the shift (including overtime) 

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