Company
Naval Foundry and Propeller Center
Location
Whitemarsh Township, PA
Job type
Full-time
Posted
7 days ago
Via
Lensa
Job description
Career Fair Alert! Join us for in-person interviews, with job offers available on the spot! Details below.
Date: Friday, March 13th, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Philadelphia Navy Yard
Address: S. 19th & Kitty Hawk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19112
Directions: Follow signs for entrance.
What to Bring:
1. Valid form of I.D.
2. Multiple copies of your resume (two pages in length as required by OPM).
3. Hard copy of your resume is a must!
Responsibilities/Knowledge Include:
• Preparing components or areas for welding, including cleaning, layout, and setup.
• Executing welding tasks using SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW methods; inspections will follow VT and PT standards.
• Operating arc welding equipment, oxyfuel cutting torches, and other cutting tools to ensure precision in alignment and fit.
• Understanding and adhering to safety protocols during welding processes.
• Reading and interpreting welding symbols from blueprints, specifications, and sketches.
• Setting up machines and equipment for welding jobs.
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 techniques using materials like Carbon steel, Stainless steel, Nickel-Copper, and Aluminum?
• How did you discover this job posting? (e.g., BuildSubmarines.com, Indeed, NFPC Employee, etc.)
Experience Required:
• At least 3 years of welding experience.
Date: Friday, March 13th, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Philadelphia Navy Yard
Address: S. 19th & Kitty Hawk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19112
Directions: Follow signs for entrance.
What to Bring:
1. Valid form of I.D.
2. Multiple copies of your resume (two pages in length as required by OPM).
3. Hard copy of your resume is a must!
Responsibilities/Knowledge Include:
• Preparing components or areas for welding, including cleaning, layout, and setup.
• Executing welding tasks using SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW methods; inspections will follow VT and PT standards.
• Operating arc welding equipment, oxyfuel cutting torches, and other cutting tools to ensure precision in alignment and fit.
• Understanding and adhering to safety protocols during welding processes.
• Reading and interpreting welding symbols from blueprints, specifications, and sketches.
• Setting up machines and equipment for welding jobs.
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 techniques using materials like Carbon steel, Stainless steel, Nickel-Copper, and Aluminum?
• How did you discover this job posting? (e.g., BuildSubmarines.com, Indeed, NFPC Employee, etc.)
Experience Required:
• At least 3 years of welding experience.
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