Skilled Welder

Skilled Welder


Company
Naval Foundry and Propeller Center
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
Join us for an exciting Career Fair! We are conducting in-person interviews and providing job offers on the spot! Here are the details:

Date: Friday, March 13th, 2026

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

Location: Philadelphia Navy Yard, S. 19th & Kitty Hawk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19112

Follow the signs to the entrance.

What to bring:
• Valid form of I.D.
• Multiple copies of your resume (Note: All resumes must be two pages in length as per OPM guidelines).

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare components or areas for welding by cleaning, laying out, and setting up.
• Utilize welding techniques including SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW with inspections as needed (VT and PT).
• Operate arc welding equipment and oxyfuel cutting torches to ensure proper alignment and fit.
• Adhere to all safety precautions associated with welding processes.
• Read and interpret welding symbols from blueprints, specifications, and sketches.
• Set up machines and welding equipment as necessary.

Application Questions:
• Are you a US Citizen?
• Can you obtain a Secret Security Clearance?
• Do you possess experience with GMAW-P and GTAW welding processes along with materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, nickel-copper, and aluminum?
• How did you find out about this job posting? (Example: BuildSubmarines.com, Indeed, NFPC Employee, etc.)

Experience Required:
• A minimum of 3 years of welding experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the United States Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for packing jobs is $7.25 per hour as of 2026, with overtime required at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek. Many warehouse packing positions in states like California pay at least $16.50 per hour under state laws effective January 1, 2026.
Q Which visa do international applicants need for packing jobs in the United States?
As per the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, temporary non-agricultural packing jobs require an H-2B visa with employer-filed petitions due by the 2026 cap deadlines of January 1 and July 1. Applicants must also hold valid work authorization and pass background checks before starting employment.
Q What education or prior experience is required for entry-level packing jobs?
As per the United States Department of Labor, packing jobs have no formal education requirement beyond a high school diploma or GED equivalent and provide on-the-job training with zero prior experience needed for most warehouse roles in 2026.
Q What documents must be submitted when applying for packing jobs?
As per the United States Department of Labor, applicants need a valid photo ID, Social Security card or ITIN, and Form I-9 employment eligibility documents submitted directly to the employer by the 2026 start date. Background checks and drug screenings are completed before the first shift.
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