Structural Welder- Pulse Arc

Company: Lead Staffing
Location: Newport News
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Structural Welder – Pulse Arc (Newport News, VA) LEAD Marine Division Newport News, VA, USA Full-Time | Contract Benefits Available Pay: • Local: $45.00/hr • Non-Local: $45.00/hr $145/day per diem Shift: Full-Time, 40 hrs/week We are hiring Structural Welders – Pulse Arc in Newport News, VA to support high-level shipyard production welding. The Structural Welder – Pulse Arc role requires proficiency in GMAW/FCAW pulse processes, all-position structural welding, and meeting stringent QA and WPS compliance for naval and module fabrication work. Responsibilities • Perform pulse-arc structural welding (GMAW/FCAW) in all positions per WPS. • Prep, fit, and weld joints while managing distortion, heat input, and weld quality. • Support QA/NDT inspections and complete any required weld repairs. • Read and interpret welding symbols, blueprints, and job specifications. • Follow all shipyard, OSHA, and company safety protocols. Requirements • Must have a recent structural weld test; pulse-arc process experience preferred. • Ability to read welding symbols, prints, and work instructions. • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and procedure compliance. • HS Diploma or GED. • Must pass background screening and drug testing. Benefits • Medical Benefits • Paid Sick Leave (Hours-worked eligibility requirement applies) • Paid Holidays (Hours-worked eligibility requirement applies) • Referral Bonus Program Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. To see more available jobs, visit www.leadstaff.com/jobs/ About LEAD Marine LEAD Staffing, established in 2010, specializes in Construction, Industrial and Marine Staffing of Skilled Tradespeople throughout the United States of America. Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment toward safety and to provide long-term rewarding work assignments for our valued employees. LEAD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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