Structural Welder

Job Summary Now hiring experienced Stick Welders to support barge repair operations at a high-volume shipyard facility in South Point, OH. Qualified candidates will bring solid hands-on experience in heavy structural and marine repair welding using 3/16" 6010 electrodes within demanding industrial settings. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Perform structural and repair welding on barges, marine vessels, and related steel structures. • Execute SMAW (Stick) welding using: 3/16" 6010 rod • Complete repair welds in multiple positions including: Flat Horizontal Vertical Overhead • Remove damaged steel and prepare weld areas through: Grinding Gouging Torch cutting Joint preparation • Read and interpret: Blueprints Repair drawings Weld symbols Shipyard work instructions • Perform weld repairs on: Hull plating Structural stiffeners Bulkheads Deck structures • Uphold weld quality standards and adhere to all shipyard safety procedures. Required Qualifications • Minimum 3+ years of stick welding experience in: Shipyards Heavy industrial repair Barge or marine fabrication • Proven experience welding with: 3/16" 6010 electrodes • Capable of performing open-root and heavy repair welding. • Solid understanding of weld penetration, fusion, and defect prevention. • Able to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and outdoor environments. Preferred Qualifications • Barge repair or marine industry background preferred. • Air Arc gouging experience a plus. • Familiarity with structural steel replacement and marine repair procedures. • Able to pass shipyard weld testing and visual inspection requirements. Desired Skills • Heavy structural repair welding • Open-root stick welding • Marine repair experience • Strong work ethic and dependability • Safe work practices • Comfortable working independently or alongside production teams