What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipefitter/Welder position at Ergon, Inc - Refining & Marketing?
Ergon - West Virginia, Inc. in Newell, WV currently has an opening for a Pipefitter/Welder.
We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family owned and we pride ourselves on maintaining a small company feel.
The Pipefitter/Welder provides support for the installation and repair of piping, structural steel, and any associated equipment within the Maintenance Construction Department.
Pipefitter/Welder Responsibilities:
- Reads, understands, and works off drawings.
- Performs SMAW/stick, GTAW/TIG and MIG welding.
- Fabricates pipe per Ergon Piping line class specifications.
- Certified to fillet/socket weld and provides welds that meet B31.3 (process piping) standards.
- Makes piping changes per Ergon Specifications.
- Completes work orders and properly documents all repairs.
- Operates a manlift and forklift.
- Operates a track torch, bevel torch, hand torch, plasma arc and other specialized tools.
- Repairs and services all piping, tanks, boilers, vessels, and valves.
- Torques flanges and associated equipment.
- Repairs, services, cleans, inspects, torques, and performs general maintenance on exchangers.
- Performs on-call duties as required on a rotating basis.
- Assists in performance of preventive maintenance on refinery equipment.
- Always keep safe work habits as the highest priority
- Always maintains a clean and well-organized workspace.
- Strives to develop good working relationships with all co-workers, contractors, and associates.
Pipefitter/Welder Qualifications:
- Previous experience with equipment in an industrial operations setting such as refining, chemical or manufacturing.
- Knowledge and experience with SMAW/stick, GTAW/TIG and MIG welding.
- Experience using a torch, plasma arc and operating a forklift preferred.
- Two (2) years' experience in the installation of piping and structural steel.
- Must be able to work from an elevated platform, in a confined space and in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs is beneficial.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license must be maintained.
- Strong communication skills required including written and verbal.
- Computer proficiency
- Safety conscious and able to work in a team environment.
Applicants must submit a resume to personnelwv@ergon.com.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. A clean MVR is required.
Ergon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k) with company match, Health, Life, Dental, Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance and Profit Sharing.
We are an EEO/AAP employer.
Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.
