Combination Welder

Position Summary:

A Combination Welder will weld, fabricate, and assist pipe fitters in installation of varying types of industrial pipe into the projects piping systems. This position will also require assisting fitters, rigging, and knowledge of piping process. The successful candidate will be required to travel throughout the entire US on very short notice.

Qualification/Certifications Highlights:

• Must have the ability to weld in 2G, 3G, 4G, and 6G conditions.
• Heavy Wall Tube Certification:
  • GTAW and SMAW to .620 wall thickness.
  • SMAW unlimited and GTAW (Level 2).
  • SMAW unlimited, GTAW unlimited, GTAW Inconel (Level 3).
• Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe.
• Must have current applicable welding certification with MSI or be able to successfully pass a weld test.
• Must be able to follow and stay within the limits of the WPS (Weld Procedure Specification).
• Must agree to affix stamp ID (Last 4 number of SSN) to each weld performed.
• Must have 4 years welding experience.
• Must have all required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.

Position Responsibilities:

• Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques.
• Layout, position, aligns, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and in various places.
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or arc gas welding equipment.
• Weld metal materials to piping systems equipment using the appropriate welding procedure for the various equipment and metal types involved.
• Identify all equipment for job and process.
• Identify all safety risks and requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting, and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50lbs.
• Will work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work-off platforms be using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in weathering conditions including heat conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots.