Skilled Welder

Skilled Welder


Company
Naval Foundry and Propeller Center
Location
Whitemarsh Township, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
13 hours ago
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Job Description
Join Us for a Career Fair! Immediate job offers available!

Event 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

Follow signs for entrance.

What to Bring:
• Valid form of I.D.
• Multiple copies of your resume.
• Note: Per OPM guidelines, all resumes must be two pages in length and submitted in hard copy.

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare components or areas for welding, including cleaning, layout, and setup.
• Perform welding using SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW techniques, with inspections according to VT and PT standards.
• Operate arc welding equipment, oxyfuel cutting torch, and other cutting methods for proper alignment and fit.
• Understand and adhere to safety precautions associated with welding.
• Read and interpret welding symbols from blueprints, specifications, and sketches.
• Set up machinery and welding equipment as needed.

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 on materials such as Carbon steel, Stainless steel, Nickel-Copper, and Aluminum?
• How did you find this job posting? (Example: BuildSubmarines.com, Indeed, NFPC Employee, etc.)

Experience Required:
• Welding: Minimum of 3 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is the minimum hourly wage for plumbers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage remains $7.25 per hour in 2026 but plumbers under Davis-Bacon prevailing wage determinations must receive at least $28.75 per hour on federal contracts. Overtime at 1.5 times the rate applies after 40 hours per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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As per the U.S. Department of Labor, plumbers work 40 hours per week with overtime required after 40 hours and receive 10 paid federal holidays plus 12 days of annual leave after one year of service. Family and Medical Leave Act provides up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for eligible employees.
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