Overview
Welders are responsible for assembling, maintaining, and installing structural units and piping systems, requiring skills in various welding operations and adherence to safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Read and understand drawings, sketches, welding symbols, specifications, and instructions.
- Set up and operate metal arc welding equipment for GMAW, GTAW, and SMAW welding operations.
- Set current, gas pressures, and regulate pressure controls.
- Select rod, wire, tips, and electrodes for specific operations.
- Fit and position parts according to drawing specifications and secure holding devices.
- Obtain proper penetration and fusion while avoiding burning or distortion of metal.
- Assist other departmental employees in fitting and positioning parts.
- Perform associated duties or related work as assigned.
- Assemble threaded piping systems from ½" up to 2" in carbon steel or stainless steel.
- Bend stainless tubing and assemble compression fittings for projects.
- Fabricate moderately complicated small structures from carbon steel or stainless steel.
- Perform general piping duties beyond pipe fabrication.
- Generate material lists to meet project requirements.
- Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Be responsible for all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must have 6G Welding Certification.
- Minimum of four (4) years welding experience required.
- Knowledge of good piping practices.
- Must be self-motivated and able to manage time effectively.
- Ability to communicate professionally at all levels of the organization.
- Must be able to work nights and weekends.
- Good driving record preferred.
- OSHA 10 Certification required.