Welder
Fleet Solutions’ team of skilled technicians overhaul units in the shop and travel the world to perform troubleshooting and repairs to naval ships where they are stationed.
While other Curtiss-Wright business units and other manufacturers design and manufacture new products for naval applications, Fleet Solutions’ technicians provide the installation, start-up, and maintenance of the components and systems.
Location : Chesapeake, VA
We Take of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I I
Your Challenges
Reading and understanding blueprints prior to starting a repair project
Ensure the proper materials are used to complete each project
Measuring and cutting materials to project specifications
Select proper welding materials to join metals together
Check all finished work to ensure it meets specifications and within the tolerances marked on the blueprints
Use specialized machinery for industrial welding
Maintain and repair all welding machinery
Assess welded surfaces, structures and components to identify errors
Follow and enforce strict safety regulation such as wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes
Monitor machinery for appropriate usage and temperature
Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions
Support maintenance repair functions as needed
Other duties as assigned
What You Bring
A valid certification in welding from an accredited institution is preferred
Oracle or similar MRP System is a plus
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Clearance
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Ability to read and interpret blueprints / drawings
Outstanding attention to detail
Work well with general supervision
Who We Are
Curtiss-Wright Fleet Solutions is comprised of three service centers that focus on the US Navy fleet support and maintenance market.
The Fleet Solutions group provides turnkey overhaul / repair, testing, and parts sales for air compressors, main propulsion steam turbines, valves, steam turbine generators, auxiliary turbines, dehydrators, pumps, strainers, PLCs, blowers, and water purification.
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