Role Overview
MK Industries is hiring a mid-level Structural Welder-Pulse Arc. This is a full-time role in Newport News. Part of MK Industries's Qa hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
MK Industries is hiring Structural Welders with Pulse Arc in Newport News, VA
Why choose us?
MK Industries knows a company’s success begins with its employees, and your success begins with the right career move. With over 25 years of experience, we have grown to become a leading industry player in the staffing and recruiting space.
Coast to Coast, we got you! For over 25 years, we have employed thousands of exceptional employees while partnering with top clients in every industry nationwide.
MK Industries is urgently hiring skilled tradespeople to join the MK team, fulfilling hours throughout the area. Partner with your assigned Staffing Manager to gain access to available hours & ensure your needs are being met!
Start Date: ASAP
- INCREASED* Pay Ranges: Start at $38.00 and move to $45.00 per hour after you pass the Pulse Arc test, plus $120.00 a day per diem, if you qualify.
Job Description
Four years of NNS or naval shipyard experience as a first-class Welder.
Special Requirements
Required to pass Pulse Arc weld test
Required Skills
1. Multi-pass. All position fillet and butt welds using the following processes: SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding), and GMAW-P (Pulse Arc Welding).
2. Heating - Oxygen/Propane Heating Torch.
3. Experience working in a physically demanding environment (shipboard, sub-assemblies, ladders, staging, etc.).
4. Familiarity with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
5. Air Carbon Arc Gouging.
6. Ability to properly use fillet and butt weld gauges.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Consistent Work
- Industry-leading pay
- People First Culture
- Weekly Pay
- Yearly Bonus
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MK Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Structural Welder-Pulse Arc position at MK Industries?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to MK Industries. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Structural Welder-Pulse Arc position at MK Industries located?
This position is based in Newport News. MK Industries has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Structural Welder-Pulse Arc at MK Industries earn?
MK Industries has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Structural Welder-Pulse Arc role at MK Industries posted?
This role was posted on April 10, 2026 (69 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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