Overview
Ergon - West Virginia, Inc. in Newell, WV is seeking a Pipefitter/Welder to support the installation and repair of piping, structural steel, and associated equipment within the Maintenance Construction Department. The company values a relationship-driven culture and offers great pay and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Reads, understands, and works off drawings.
- Performs SMAW/stick, GTAW/TIG and MIG welding.
- Fabricates pipe per Ergon Piping line class specifications.
- Certified to fillet/socket weld and provides welds that meet B31.3 standards.
- Makes piping changes per Ergon Specifications.
- Completes work orders and properly documents all repairs.
- Operates a manlift and forklift.
- Operates a track torch, bevel torch, hand torch, plasma arc and other specialized tools.
- Repairs and services all piping, tanks, boilers, vessels, and valves.
- Torques flanges and associated equipment.
- Repairs, services, cleans, inspects, torques, and performs general maintenance on exchangers.
- Performs on-call duties as required on a rotating basis.
- Assists in performance of preventive maintenance on refinery equipment.
- Always keeps safe work habits as the highest priority.
- Always maintains a clean and well-organized workspace.
- Strives to develop good working relationships with all co-workers, contractors, and associates.
Requirements
- Previous experience with equipment in an industrial operations setting such as refining, chemical or manufacturing.
- Knowledge and experience with SMAW/stick, GTAW/TIG and MIG welding.
- Experience using a torch, plasma arc and operating a forklift preferred.
- Two (2) years' experience in the installation of piping and structural steel.
- Must be able to work from an elevated platform, in a confined space and in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs is beneficial.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license must be maintained.
- Strong communication skills required including written and verbal.
- Computer proficiency.
- Safety conscious and able to work in a team environment.
Benefits
- 401k
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental
- PTO
Additional Information
- Applicants must submit a resume to personnelwv@ergon.com.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
- A clean MVR is required.