Skilled Metal Welder

Skilled Metal Welder


Company
Naval Foundry and Propeller Center
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Exciting Career Opportunity! Join us for in-person interviews and secure your job on the spot!

Date: Friday, March 13th, 2026

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: Philadelphia Navy Yard

S. 19th & Kitty Hawk Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19112

Please follow the signs for entrance.

What to bring:

Valid form of I.D

Multiple copies of your resume

Note: According to OPM and Presidential Executive Order, all resumes must be two pages in length.

You must bring a hard copy of your resume.

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare components or areas for welding, including cleaning, layout, and setup.
• Perform welding using SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW methods. Be prepared for inspections per VT and PT standards.
• Operate arc welding equipment and oxyfuel cutting torches to ensure proper alignment and fit.
• Understand and adhere to safety precautions related to welding processes.
• Read and interpret welding symbols from blueprints, specifications, and sketches.
• Set up machines and equipment efficiently.

Application Questions:
• Are you a U.S. Citizen?
• Can you obtain a Secret Security Clearance?
• Do you have experience with GMAW-P and GTAW welding processes, particularly with materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, nickel-copper, and aluminum?
• How did you discover this job posting? (e.g., Indeed, NFPC Employee, etc.)

Experience Required:
• Minimum of 3 years of welding experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
Q What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
Q What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
Q What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
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