Who We Are

Vigor, a Titan Company, is a values-driven, diversified industrial business operating in six locations with approximately 1,800 people in Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Built around a collection of powerful, unique assets and differentiated capabilities, Vigor excels at specialized shipbuilding, ship repair and handling important, complex projects in support of energy generation, our nation’s infrastructure and national defense.

With deep respect for people and the planet, Vigor strives to be a positive, regenerative force for good – environmentally, in the lives of our employees and in the community. We have built a positive culture that honors the work we do, the workers who do it, and the world we live in.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities. Successfully performs work individually, as a member of a single craft crew, or a multi-craft work crew.

Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures.Works from ship specifications, work orders and applicable working drawings and blueprints, i.e., form, shape, fit, and weld on vessels.Researches and suggests solutions to conditions requiring comprehensive condition found reports (CFRs).Performs burning and effectively uses scarfing tip for cleanup, bevel parts, etc.Performs Arc welding - SMAW, FCAW, GMAW.Performs carbon arc gouging for weld preparation and cleanup.Properly cares for and safely uses hand and power tools.Coordinates the performance and completion of job specificationsIncumbent performs similar work in all areas of the Yard as the need arises.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Communicates effectively, work independently or in a group.Ability to do basic math, i.e. add, subtract, divide and multiply, including fractions.Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.Thorough knowledge of marine fitting including compound shapes.Ability to do square footage and weight calculations if required.

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or GED preferred. 2-6 years relevant work experience. Proven skills, work history and/or applicable education will be considered in lieu of work experience.

Associate 2
Proficient in both Fire Watch and Associate 1 job duties. Trains and assists with erecting and dismantling staging. Assists with and/or performs basic pipe bolting under the direction of a Journey Level employee or Supervisor. May perform Associate 1 or Fire Watch duties. Must acquire three (3) additional Ship Repair Skills to progress to the next level.

Associate 3
Proficient in Fire Watch, Associate 1 and Associate 2 job duties. Trains and assists with rigging under the direction of a Journey Level employee or Supervisor. Assists with and/or performs mechanical bolting under the direction of a Journey Level employee or Supervisor. May perform Fire Watch, Associate 1 or Associate 2 duties. Must acquire three (3) additional Ship Repair Skills to progress to the next level.

Associate 4
Proficient in Fire Watch, Associate 1, Associate 2, and Associate 3 job duties. Requires general supervision during performance of primary skill but is able to perform job duties of A-1 through A-3 with limited supervision (work history and demonstrated proficiency in single skill or trade). Must acquire three (3) additional Ship Repair Skills and 1- certification to progress to the next level.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Welder Certifiable in 11018, dual shield and SMAW.Four-hour fire watch certificationHAZWOPER- First Responder Awareness Level.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sitting, standing, walking, crouching, kneeling/crawling, stooping, twisting, climbing, balancing, reaching, handling/grasping, fingering/feeling, pushing/pulling, lifting/carrying. Talking, hearing, vision, depth perception, color vision, field of vision.

 

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

Interaction/communication with others: Frequently interacts with others to ensure ongoing safety of operation. May work with several individuals in a confined space.Works alone/independently: Frequently works in the presence of other individuals performing duties.Directs/supervises others: Not Required.Repetitive work: Work is similar on a day-to-day basis.Attention to detail: Must perform all tasks in compliance with regulatory agency standards.Flexibility: May move from one job to another, unexpectedly.Other mental/psychological demands: Works in a noisy environment and works at heights.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Works indoors: Frequently works indoors exposed to temperature variances, vibrations, humidity, chemicals, dust and noise.Works outdoors: Frequently works on shipboard exposed to typical outdoor weather.Safety equipment required: Wears welding helmet, long pants, long sleeved shirt, eye protection, hearing protection, respirator, hard hat, and leather shoes.Other Exposures: Smoke, acids, degreasing cleaners, fumes, free silica, asbestos, dust, weld flash, paints, solvents, oil and grease.Operation of equipment/tools/vehicles: Uses grinders, hand/power tools, air torches, welding machines, come-along, chain fall, hammer, wedges, wire feeders, compressed gas tanks, plate shears, automatic multi-head burning machine, hydraulic press and punch, large and small plate rolls, carbon saw, large surface slab for securing fabrication, overhead and jib cranes and rigging, drill presses and a complete range of hand tools.Required hygiene standards: Per company standards.

 

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

At Vigor we offer a generous benefits package that includes: 

Medical

RX

Dental

Vision

Life

AD&D

LTD

STD

EAP

Discretionary bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

FSA (Medical, Childcare, Transportation)

10 paid holidays

PTO

401(k)

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.