Phillips Tank & Structure

Overview

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a growing, team-oriented tank construction company specializing in designing, engineering, repairing, and constructing above-ground metal storage tanks and related structures. They are currently seeking a full-time Shop Welder with a focus on Pipe and TIG welding.

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

• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Vision
• Dental
• 401k

Additional Information

• Work Region: Braddock, PA
• Standard shop schedule is 4/10’s 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays (off Fridays – Sundays)
• Overtime available but subject to availability and shop workload