Steel Valley Fabricators

Overview

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a nationwide tank construction company specializing in designing, engineering, repairing, and constructing above-ground metal storage tanks. They are currently seeking a full-time Fab Shop Welder to join their team in Braddock, PA.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications and drawings.
• Operate tools and equipment to prepare the parts that must be welded together.
• Align components using jigs, clamps, calipers, rulers, and other devices.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions.
• Assist with repairing machinery or equipment as needed by welding pieces and filling gaps.
• Perform certain non-destructive examination methods, including visual examination and vacuum box tests.
• Use a variety of welding tools and equipment, power or pneumatic tools, lifting equipment, non-power tools, generators, compressors, etc.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures.
• Align, fit and tack steel shapes together utilizing temporary erection gear, fit-up gear, prybars, and sledgehammers.
• Erect and dismantle temporary scaffolding on job sites if needed.
• Perform basic safety checks and preventative maintenance functions on tools and equipment.
• Inspect, set up, use, break down and rig equipment such as aerial work platforms, elevated work platforms, and staging on job sites if needed.
• Use safety equipment, including hardhat, safety glasses with side shields, full body harness with double lanyard, earplugs, respiratory protection, gloves.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment.

Requirements

• Be at least 18-years old.
• Have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be eligible to work in the United States.
• Be willing to authorize background check.
• Have no criminal convictions for dishonesty, sexual misconduct, violence, or acts of terrorism.
• Have valid driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation.
• Be willing to authorize motor vehicle driving record checks.
• Be willing to submit to pre-hire, random, and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
• Have good communication skills.
• Have good attendance and show up to work on time every day.
• Have strong basic math and measuring skills.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Be able to pass welding tests for stick and flux core.
• Have an eye for quality and strong attention to detail.
• Be self-motivated and eager to learn and improve.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay with annual reviews
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO

Additional Information

• Work Region: Braddock, PA