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Job Description

Overview

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a nationwide tank construction company specializing in above-ground metal storage tanks and related structures. They are looking to hire a full-time Welder to join their team and contribute to various projects across multiple industries.

Responsibilities

  • Performing arc and torch cutting and gouging.
  • Using generators, compressors, tuggers, blowers, grinders, and other power and air tools.
  • Welding plate with 7018, 7024 and 6010 stick (SMAW), flux core (FCAW), and submerged arc automatic machines.
  • Using come-alongs, hydraulic jacks, hoists, air bags, winches, and other lifting equipment.
  • Using tank shell buggies, tank scaffolding, tank ladders, and other specialty equipment.
  • Performing vacuum box tests, oil tests, dye penetrant tests, and other non-destructive quality examinations.
  • Using gas monitors, fresh air kits, respirators, emergency rescue kits, and other safety equipment.
  • Operating forklifts, man lifts, boom lifts, and other large lifting equipment.
  • Knowledge of crane operations including rigging and signaling.
  • Reading detailed erection and fabrication drawings.
  • Planning the sequence and methods of fitting up, welding, repairing, and constructing tanks.
  • Completing job safety analysis, safety audits, site-specific training, and other safety training.
  • Following directions and working professionally with other crew members.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Have great communication and organization skills.
  • The ability to solve problems and suggest improvements to systems.
  • Have excellent attendance and show up to work on time every day.
  • The willingness to learn.
  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Be eligible to work in the United States.
  • Be willing to authorize background checks.
  • Have no criminal convictions for dishonesty, sexual misconduct, violence, or acts of terrorism.
  • Have a valid driver’s license.
  • Be willing to authorize motor vehicle driving record checks.
  • Be willing to submit to pre-hire, random, and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
  • Ability to weld is a plus.

Benefits

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

Benefits

Competitive Pay with annual reviews
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k
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How this job compares in Kailua, HI

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Hawaii currently run a median of $39/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $32–$46/hr across 8 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Kailua, HI

This is the only active welding job we're currently tracking in Kailua, HI, which makes it worth moving on quickly — there is no local competing offer to weigh it against. Across Hawaii as a whole we're tracking 9 other active welding openings from 7 employers. Browse welding jobs across Hawaii.

The most active employers in Hawaii at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are U.S. Pacific Fleet (2) and Commander, Navy Installations Command (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 Stick and Flux-Core work. Stick (SMAW) burns a flux-coated consumable rod and needs no shielding gas, so it works in wind, rain, and on dirty or rusted steel. That tolerance for bad conditions keeps it the default for field, structural, and repair work. 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.

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