Welder

Welder

Philadelphia, United States

Company
Suerteksa LLC
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time and Contractor
Via
Indeed

Job Description
Suerteksa LLC is looking for multiple WELDERS for a shipbuilding project in Philadelphia, PA.

Key Responsibilities:
• Areas of specialization: shipbuilding, structural metal or steel, welding work.
• Grinding of welding seams.
• Welding interior structures, hatches, doors, bulkheads, etc. to complete all of the steel work in the ship.
• Read, interpret, plan and execute from drawings, blueprints, and procedures.
• Instruct and mentor apprentices.

All successful applicants will pass a standard skill checking site test (welding butt weld in 4 positions: upright, vertical up, horizontal and overhead).

Qualifications:
• Requires a minimum of 3 years (including the past year) of experience in fabrication, assembly and fitting in a “new build” shipbuilding environment (shipbuilding experience is a must)
• Completion of vocational, technical school and/or equivalent training or experience

Location, Physical Requirements, and PPE
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift up to 50 lbs., be able to push, pull, carry, or maneuver up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Perceive depth, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. May work under difficult lighting and access situations.
• Must be able to climb and maintain balance on ladders.
• Conditions may include working inside and/or outside. Exposure to extreme hot and cold weather conditions. Work may be performed in hard to reach and/or crawlspaces. May perform work from heights.
• Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing the essential job functions include but are not limited to hand tools, power tools.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $27.20 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:
• shipbuilding: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in the United States is $51,750 as of May 2026. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $39,890 annually, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $68,210. Wages vary by industry, with structural metals manufacturing paying a median of $55,420.
Q What visa options are available for foreign welders to work in the United States in 2026?
USCIS offers H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural welders, with a cap of 66,000 visas for FY 2026 split between 33,000 for first half and 33,000 for second half. Employers must file Form I-129 at least 75 days before work start and obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL. Permanent residency via EB-3 requires Schedule A designation for skilled welders with 2 years experience.
Q What education and experience are required for entry-level welder jobs in the US?
The Department of Labor states that entry-level welders typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a 6-18 month apprenticeship program with 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job training. No prior experience is required for registered apprenticeships, but basic math and blueprint reading skills are essential. Most programs require applicants to be at least 18 years old.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the United States?
DOL requires submission of a high school diploma or GED, proof of age (18+), a valid driver's license, and a drug test result for welder apprenticeship applications. Additional documents include a resume listing any metalworking experience and results from an aptitude test administered by the sponsor. Applications must be submitted through the Apprenticeship.gov portal by the program's deadline.
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