Welding | Welder

Welding | Welder


Company
Naval Foundry and Propeller Center
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
Jooble
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Job Description
Career Fair! Come join us for in-person interviews, job offers will be given out on the spot! See below for details.

Friday March 13th, 2026

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

Philadelphia Navy Yard

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

Follow Signs for Entrance

What to bring:

Valid form of I.D

Multiple Resume
• Per OPM: "With President Trump s Executive Order. All resumes must be two pages in length.

Must have a hard copy of resume.

Responsibilities/Knowledge include but are not limited to:

Prepares component or area for welding. includes cleaning, layout, and setup.

Welds using SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW. Welds can be inspected per VT and PT.

Operates arc welding equipment, oxyfuel cutting torch or other cutting methods to ensure alignment or fit.

Understand safety precautions associated with welding.

Reads and interprets welding symbols from blueprints, specifications, and sketches.

Sets up machines and equipment.

Application Question(s):

Are you a US Citizen?

Are you able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance?

Do you have experience with GMAW-P and GTAW welding processes with experience 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:

~ Welding: 3 years (Required)

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of 2026?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $27.50 as of May 2026. The 10th percentile earns $18.75 per hour while the 90th percentile earns $38.20 per hour in the same period.
Q How many hours per week can welders legally work before overtime applies in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt welders under the FLSA as of 2026. Standard shifts are limited to 8 hours per day in most union contracts covering welders.
Q What education and certification are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that a high school diploma plus a 6-12 month postsecondary welding certificate is the typical entry requirement as of 2026. AWS D1.1 certification is mandatory for 78 percent of structural welding positions.
Q Which documents are needed to apply for welder positions through official U.S. government workforce channels in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form I-9, state-issued photo ID, and Social Security card to DOL-registered employers as of 2026. Welding certifications and OSHA 10-hour card copies are also required for federal contract jobs.
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