Journeyman Tig Welder

Job Description

·        Responsible for daily Pre-Task Planning of all work performed in the field.

·        Weld together different metal components, as specified by layout, blueprints, diagram, work order, welding procedures, or oral instructions, using multiple/different welding equipment.

·        Set up welding unit, connect cables, and leads from welding unit to obtain proper amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse.

·        Weld Pipe or Metals in 6G, flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions in a shop or field welds in tight areas.

·        Operate other machine shop equipment and tools to prepare components for welding.

·        Record all information on welding log.

·        Perform fusion welds, TIG, MIG, and STICK

·        Perform open root welds and determine proper Pipe Prep, Bevel, Spacing, Filler wire resulting in a Xray worthy weld.

·        Determine proper tungsten electrodes for welding application.

·        Determine the proper shielding gas to be used for different types of welding procedures.

·        Follow proper methods and techniques of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.

·        Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly.

·        Layout, fabricate, assemble, and install piping systems.

·        Study blueprints, isometric drawings, and construction plans for pipe systems, supports, and related equipment.

·        Install, inspect, and test systems.

·        Use hand or power tools to drill holes in structures, such as walls and decks, to allow for pipe passage.

·        Select pipe types, sizes, and quantity required for a pipefitting project.

·        Read, understand, and draw isometric/shop drawings for fabrication.

·        Comply with relevant codes and regulatory standards.

·        Mentoring apprentice-level pipefitters, welders, and helpers.

·        Communicate clearly verbally, digitally, and in writing.

·        Follow all jobsite safety rules and regulations.

·        MUST maintain a good attendance record

QUALIFICATIONS:

·        High school diploma or GED required.

·        OSHA 10 preferred.

·        Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and favorable driving record required.

·        Must successfully complete pre-employment ten-year background check and drug screen

·        Employee may be required to work extended hours (more than 8 hours per day), weekends, and holidays.

·        Some travel may be required.

·        Must have personal hand tools for the trade.

·        Basic geometry and trigonometry math skills needed for pipefitting and Welding.

·        Journeyman pipefitter license desired.

·        Welding Certificates desired

·        Accuracy, detail oriented, organized, reliable, responsible, safety awareness, accountability, ambition, active listener,

·        Applied learner, conflict resolution, customer oriented, decision making.