SpaceX

Overview

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Pipe Welder - Level 4/5 will be responsible for completing welding assignments and procedures for the construction and repair of site structural stands in a safe and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Complete welding assignments and procedures for the construction and repair of all site structural stands on time, safely, and in a professional manner.
• Cut, trim, or scarf metal objects, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling test site structural forms.
• Under the supervision of a lead welder, analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable.
• Utilize hand welding and flame-cutting equipment to weld together metal components and parts to assemble structural forms.
• Visually inspect own welds per American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B31.3 with proper training.
• Obtain and maintain internal licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required.
• Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities based on program needs.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 6+ years of experience with tungsten inert gas (TIG) or gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) welding.
• 8+ years of experience using shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), oxy-acetylene, fitting, and arc gouging related to the trade.
• Knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, AWS/ASME codes, and engineering requirements.
• Experience with standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade.
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in relation to welding and brazing.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the trade.
• Knowledge of arc air procedures and equipment.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Additional Information

• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain.
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
• Must be available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required.
• Stand: Up to 10 hours per day.
• Sit: Up to 10 hours per day.
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day.
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day.
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day.
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day.
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day.
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 6 hours or greater per day.
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, operating heavy equipment and machinery.