Overview
Tank Connection, established in 2003, is an employee-owned company and the international leader in bolted storage tanks, focusing on superior customer service. The Welder position involves performing various welding processes with minimal instruction to fabricate parts from different metals and alloys.
Responsibilities
- Use a variety of welding processes and methods to weld all types of metals.
- Complete fit-up of accessories and tanks.
- Weld in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions.
- Identify various metals and alloys such as mild steel, aluminum, and stainless.
- Use measuring devices and gauges to determine thickness and size of metal.
- Use an oxygen/acetylene torch for cutting metals.
- Use a grinder and other hand or power tools to grind, bevel, or fit metals together.
- Read and follow blueprints to determine structure or fit of parts being welded.
- Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow safety procedures.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Certification from a trade or welding institute is preferred.
- Must demonstrate welding competency through Visual & Fillet break or Radiography testing.
- Ability to perform Flux Core, Sub Arc or Gas Metal Arc welds in 1 through 3 Groove positions.
- Proficient knowledge of welding procedures, practices, symbols, and techniques.
- Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools associated with welding.
- Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and/or sketches.
- Knowledge and ability to use common measuring instruments and hand tools.
- Solid problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
- Ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships.
- Willingness to work additional hours to meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to safely operate a forklift.