Top 84 Certified welding Jobs in Hampton Va

Manager of Welding Technology
Qualdoc —Virginia Beach, VA
- From $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Welder
U.S. Facilities, Inc —Hampton, VA
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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TIG Pipe Welders
Tradewinds Support Partners, LLC —Norfolk, VA
- Up to $34 an hour
- Mid-level
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Structural Welder – Pulse Arc
Hutco, Inc. —Portsmouth, VA
- $45 - $55 an hour
- Email
- In person
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 4 years
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Structural Welder – Pulse Arc
Hutco, Inc. —Portsmouth, VA
- $45 - $55 an hour
- Email
- In person
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 4 years
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Welder
Avail Staffing Company —Newport News, VA
- $28 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
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WELDER/STRUCTURE TRAINEE OR CERTIFIED - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES - SIGN
HII —Newport News, VA
- $59,675.20 - $62,067.20 a year
- Overtime
- High school
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
Ship/Submarine Welder 1 - Chesapeake, VA
M.C. Dean, Inc —Chesapeake, VA
- $23.20 - $34.80 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Welder Ship Repair
MILLS MARINE & SHIP REPAIR LLC —Portsmouth, VA
- $22 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Military encouraged
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Pipe Welder
CST Mechanical Inc. —Hampton, VA
- $35 - $45 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Maintenance
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Workforce Development Non-Credit Adjunct Instructor - Welding
Virginia Peninsula Community College —Hampton, VA
- $36 - $55 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Laboratory
- Classroom
17h
DECK ELECTRICIAN TRAINEE OR CERTIFIED - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES - SIGN
HII —Newport News, VA
- $59,675.20 - $62,067.20 a year
- Overtime
- High school
- Pass drug screening
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
SHEET METAL WORKER TRAINEE OR CERTIFIED - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES - SIGN
HII —Newport News, VA
- $53,248 - $55,640 a year
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- High school
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
Marine Welder
HII —Chesapeake, VA
- $52,780 - $60,320 a year
- Email
- 6 years
- Up to 50% travel
- Schematics
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Shipfitter III
Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. —Norfolk, VA
- $29.31 - $43.97 an hour
- Background check
- High school
- Construction site
- 401(k) matching
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Manager of Welding Technology
Acoustical Sheetmetal Company LLC —Virginia Beach, VA
- $35 - $45 an hour
- 7 years
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Office
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Ship / Submarine Welder 2 - Chesapeake, VA
M.C. Dean, Inc —Chesapeake, VA
- $25.60 - $38.40 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
NDT TEST EXAMINER 2
HII —Newport News, VA
- $75,000 - $94,000 a year
- Email
- Senior level
- No travel
- 2 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
1d
Aircraft Mechanic I
GLSS —Norfolk, VA
- Urgently hiring
- Mechanic experience
- Military
- Forklift
Welder/Diver
Phoenix International Holdings Inc —Chesapeake, VA
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- 5 years
- BLS Certification
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Manager of Welding Technology

Qualdoc -
Virginia Beach, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $130,000 a year
22 hours ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Measurement-based inspection
Measuring tapes
Manufacturing management
Welding inspection
Team supervision
Program development
Team development
American Welding Society (AWS) standards
Supervising experience
Parts drawings
Manufacturing process inspections
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Quality control problem-solving
Developing new training programs
Certified Welding Inspector
Quality standards in production
Managing manufacturing teams
Technical training
Professional development training

Full Job Description

Manager of Welding Technology

Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $130,000 annually (Higher compensation available based on experience.)

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Manager of Welding Technology to lead welding operations within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This leadership role is responsible for improving welding quality, reducing defects and rework, developing welding personnel, and implementing best practices across multiple fabrication departments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who is passionate about developing teams, improving processes, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee welding operations across multiple fabrication departments.
Manage, mentor, and develop welders, fitter/fabricators, supervisors, and team leads.
Develop, maintain, and enforce Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and AWS standards.
Improve first-pass weld acceptance while reducing weld defects, leaks, and rework.
Evaluate current welding processes and implement improvements to increase quality, consistency, and productivity.
Create and lead welder qualification, onboarding, and skills development programs.
Conduct weld inspections and quality audits using appropriate measuring and inspection tools.
Partner with Engineering and Quality teams to investigate welding issues and implement corrective actions.
Monitor welding equipment, consumables, and production methods to ensure process control.
Provide technical expertise for MIG (Spray Transfer/GMAW), FCAW, and related welding processes.
Support production schedules by ensuring appropriate staffing and welding resources.
Promote OSHA compliance, workplace safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Active Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required.
Experience managing welders, fitter/fabricators, supervisors, and multiple fabrication or manufacturing departments.
Extensive experience with MIG welding, including Spray Transfer (GMAW), and other welding processes.
Strong knowledge of Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) development and maintenance.
Proven success improving welding quality, reducing defects, and increasing first-pass acceptance rates.
Experience developing and delivering welding training programs.
Strong background performing weld inspections using AWS standards, weld gauges, calipers, tape measures, and related inspection equipment.
Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication specifications.
Excellent leadership, coaching, communication, and organizational skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities with a continuous improvement mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Welding Educator (CWE) certification or previous welding instructor/trainer experience.
Background in sheet metal fabrication, heavy fabrication, structural steel, or industrial manufacturing.
Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
Demonstrated success improving welding quality and developing high-performing welding teams.

Why Apply?

Direct hire opportunity with a growing manufacturing organization.
Leadership role with significant influence on quality, operations, and employee development.
Opportunity to build and enhance a best-in-class welding program.
Collaborative environment focused on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Pay: From $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Tell me about the largest welding team you've managed.
Have you ever been responsible for improving or rebuilding a welding program?
What welding processes are you most experienced with?

Experience:

managing welding operations and fabrication teams: 10 years (Required)

License/Certification:

AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Virginia Beach, VA 23454 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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