Job Description

Description:

The Single Hand Pipe Welder is responsible for operating welding machines to join or connect various types of pipe and fittings in an oil and gas industry setting. The incumbent will be responsible for selecting and setting up welding equipment. Job tasks and assignments may vary daily.

Work Location: Anchorage, Alaska

Workplace Benefits:

Overtime Guaranteed Medical Insurance (Individual and Family) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401k with Company Match Accidental Death and Dismemberment (Voluntary) Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program

Essential Job Functions:

Reads blueprints, drawings and welding diagrams Interprets isometric drawings and determines which specifications to apply Operates hand and power tools common to welding such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc Hold, clamp heat-bend, tack-weld or bolt component parts Ignites and installs torches and beveling machines within specifications Welds using stainless steel, carbon steel and duplex materials Maintains machines and inspects equipment to identify possible problems Other duties as assigned

Required Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma, or Equivalent Ability to pass a 2” SCH 160 carbon tig pipe test Ability to pass a 1” full-pen structural 3g/4g plate test Ability to pass a 6” structural flux-core with backing ring test Current and valid driver’s license, with clean driving record required depending on location

Post Job Offer Requirements:

Take and pass a pre-employment drug test and background check Take and pass a Fit-for-Duty Examination

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Knowledge of industrial construction and characteristics of all equipment functions and operations related to the position Knowledge of proper use of equipment such as welder machine, drill press and power tools Knowledge of Hazardous Materials and Safety Regulations and industry practices related to equipment use and operation Ability to use time and equipment efficiently to complete projects on time Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment Ability to handle stress and maintain positive attitude in difficult or challenging situations Ability to attend training sessions, seminars and appropriate educational classes required by department Ability to perform all work in a safe manner that meets company and client standards Ability to adapt to changing work environment and conditions

Physical Demand/Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to talk, hear, and see. The incumbent frequently is required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance and walk. The incumbent is occasionally required to sit. The incumbent must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds. Visual acuity must be adequate to perform all required Job Description tasks in a safe manner

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and may require use of ear plugs on occasion. Work is usually done outside at a job site/field site that may have inclement weather conditions. The incumbent is exposed to moving mechanical parts, vehicles and equipment. The employee will be required to work and stay on site during the work rotation and must comply with all Company and Client policies.

Who Delta Is:

Delta Constructors provides comprehensive construction, maintenance, and project management services across North America, specializing in both brownfield and greenfield projects for industries such as oil and gas, mining, renewable energy, and infrastructure. Committed to safety, quality, and efficiency, the company fosters strong client relationships, continuously exceeding expectations through skilled teams, lean practices, and a culture of excellence. To learn more visit: https://www.deltaconstructors.net/

Disclaimer:

The above job description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not however, be construed as a complete job listing of all duties, which may be required from day-to-day. Compensation is dependent upon proven qualifications.

How this job compares in Anchorage, AK

The local market in Anchorage, AK

Anchorage, AK currently has 6 other active welding openings besides this one, spread across 5 employers. None of them were added in the last week, so this is a slower-moving market. Across Alaska as a whole we're tracking 19 other active welding openings from 15 employers. That's enough local activity to be worth comparing two or three offers before committing. Browse every welding job in Anchorage, or widen the search to Alaska.

Delta Constructors currently has 2 other openings live in Alaska, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Alaska at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are NANA Construction, LLC (2), Delta Constructors (2), and Worley (2). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for TIG and Flux-Core work. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds. Flux-cored (FCAW) runs a hollow wire filled with flux, combining MIG-like deposition rates with the outdoor tolerance of stick. It is the workhorse on heavy structural steel and shipbuilding, where thick sections and long welds reward speed.

See all pipe welder openings if you want to compare this against similar roles.

Certifications this posting mentions

  • 3G / 4Gplate position tests — 3G is welded vertically, 4G overhead. Together they demonstrate you can hold a puddle against gravity, and they are the common entry qualifications for structural and production shops.

Read straight from this posting's text. Confirm the exact qualification the employer wants before you test — requirements vary by shop even under the same code.

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