What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipe Welder Class 1 position at Birdon America, Inc.?
Posting Name: Pipe Welder 1
Schedule: 4x10's M – T, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
This position is located at our Bayou La Batre, AL facility.
Join the Birdon team and help ensure USCG boats are safe and reliable!
Our Pipe Welders are an integral piece of our work on a daily basis. Some of your daily functions will include:
- Must be able to weld copper-nickel alloys.
- Must be able to pass a 6G SMAW welding test with 90 days of employment.
- Must be able to TIG weld in all positions.
- Must be able to work in tight areas and perform field welding as required.
- Demonstrate the ability to notice improper fit up of pipe joints prior to welding.
- Demonstrate the ability to 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)
If you have at least 3 years’ experience as a Pipe Welder, possess a High School Diploma or GED and fundamental knowledge in marine or manufacturing industry, we want to talk to you!
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.
