Welder

Job Title: Welder

Location: Hampton, VA

Employment Type: Full -Time (W2)

GovFirst is seeking a skilled and safety -focused Welder to support the maintenance and operations in Hampton, VA. This position is responsible for performing certified welding, fabrication, repairs, and modifications on tunnel equipment, machinery, structures, and roadway infrastructure while ensuring all work meets industry and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Perform certified welding on equipment, tunnel infrastructure, roadways, buildings, structural framework, and high -pressure vessels.
  

• Ensure all welds meet applicable certification, quality, and safety standards.
  

• Weld, fabricate, and accurately cut metal components for equipment repair and structural modifications.
  

• Perform modifications to equipment to accommodate specialized accessories or operational requirements.
  

• Repair and fabricate tunnel infrastructure components including handrails, drain grates, manhole covers, roadway plates, and related structures.
  

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, technical drawings, and work specifications.
  

• Locate and procure materials and parts required to complete assigned work.
  

• Prepare repair estimates and communicate project requirements to management.
  

• Maintain accurate records of welding, fabrication, inspections, repairs, and completed work.
  

• Safely operate welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication equipment.
  

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  

• Respond to emergency repair situations when required.
  

• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors or the USF Senior Project Manager.