What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipe Welder Class 1 position at Birdon America, Inc.?
Job Posting Title
Pipe Welder 1
Schedule: 4x10's M – T, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Pipe Welder I
This position is located On-site at our Bayou La Batre, AL shipyard
Our Pipe Welders are an integral piece of our work on a daily basis. Some of your daily functions will include:
- Weld copper-nickel alloys.
- TIG weld in all positions.
- Work in tight areas and perform field welding as required.
- Notice improper fit up of pipe joints prior to welding.
- Mirror weld.
- Recognize different pipe alloys and rods required.
- Know and understand proper root openings required on butt weld systems and set back requirements for socket weld systems.
- Understand and utilize purging requirements.
- Understand weld sizes and types (Convex & Concave)
Qualifications / Skills / Experience
- 3 years’ experience as a Pipe Welder
- High School Diploma or a GED
- Pass a 6G SMAW welding test with 90 days of employment.
- Fundamental knowledge in marine or a manufacturing industry
Birdon offers a full benefits package including
Health/Dental/Vision
EAP
Life
STD/LTD
401(k) with company match (pre- and post-tax options)
Vacation/Sick accrual and holiday pay
Tuition reimbursement program
Employee referral program
Pet Insurance
Birdon is committed to the HEALTH and SAFETY of our workforce and to the ENVIRONMENT, we expect this same commitment from all employees.
Birdon America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Know Your Rights The Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by emailing hr@birdon.us. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact hr@birdon.us for further assistance.
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