Stick Welder

Republic of Green; Whitstable; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An innovative refrigeration systems company is on the lookout for a skilled 6G Pipe Welder to join their dynamic team. This role involves the fabrication and welding of pipes, with a focus on critical components like compressors and evaporators. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in welding, particularly SMAW, and be ready to tackle various tasks from cutting and beveling to assisting in shop operations. Join a growing firm that values teamwork and safety, and contribute to exciting projects that make a difference in the industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in welding, particularly with 6G SMAW.
• Ability to pass a 6G SMAW weld test on schedule 80 steel.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld pipes from 3/4" to 18".
• Support field construction team with welding tasks.

Skills

6G SMAW Welding

TIG Welding

Stick Welding

Pipe Cutting and Beveling

Rigging

Measurement Tools Operation

Tools

Grinder

Wire Wheel

Torch Cutting Equipment

Job description

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is a locally-owned, premier custom refrigeration system company that provides a one-stop shop for our valued customers. We are proud to provide everything from custom designed refrigeration systems to upkeep and maintenance for our clients. Because of our continuous growth, we are looking for qualified new teammates who share our drive and vision.

We are seeking a 6G Pipe Welder at our facility in Lyndhurst, VA. This is a manufacturing position that is responsible for the fabrication and welding of pipe and other structural welding as required. This position will support our field construction team in the manufacturing process.

Expected Pay: $35+

Experience Required: 5+ Years

Shift/Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-5:30pm, Optional overtime available every other Saturday

Key Duties

• Weld pipe ranging in size from 3/4" up to 18" (majority of pipe welding is performed on 2" to 6" pipe)
• Weld pipe runs on critical components including: Compressors, vessels, evaporators, oil separators, condensers, and various pieces of pre-fab
• Cutting, beveling, and fitting pipe
• Position the weld set up, fit the piping and perform welds independently.
• Weld 50 diameter inches in 8 hours
• Perform load rigging, torch cutting, and leveling with use of measurement tools
• Operate grinder and wire wheel
• Other duties as needed on the job sites

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a 6G SMAW Weld test (tested on 2" schedule 80 steel stick, 6010 root, 7018 cap - uphill weld 45-degree angle)
• TIG and Stick experience
• Position requires pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Must be willing to help the shop team out in the following areas: insulation, electrical, and painting
• Should be familiar with rigging, torch cutting, grinder & wire wheel operation, leveling, and use of measurement tools
• This position is a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment and regular drug testing