Experienced Field New Tank Welder - Traveling

Maguire; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Maguire is seeking a New Tank Field Welder to join our team for welding, cutting, and brazing metal components for the construction and erection of water storage tanks and towers. The role requires strong welding knowledge and the ability to deliver high-quality results in field settings.

The ideal candidate will have completed a formal apprenticeship or equivalent in-company training, be able to pass a weld test, and work comfortably outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal apprenticeship or successful completion of an in-company, three-year training program.
• Must be able to pass a company weld test.
• Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret designs, drawings, models, and blueprints.
• Basic math related to welding tasks.
• Adhere to PPE policy and safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Plans details of work orders and gathers required tools and materials.
• Repairs and fabricates items using cutting, burning, and welding techniques.
• Monitors welding, burning, and fitting to prevent overheating or warping.
• Prepares, assembles, and tack weld parts and surfaces.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and work area.
• Notifies supervisor of faulty equipment or materials.

Skills

Welding proficiency

Blueprint reading

Independent work

Manual dexterity

Education

Formal apprenticeship completed

Tools

Welding equipment operation

Job description

For over 100 years, Maguire has been an industry leader in the fabrication, construction, and maintenance of water storage tanks and elevated water towers. The New Tank Field Welder will weld, cut, and braze metal pieces and products by using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment for the construction & erection of new water towers and tanks. The position will require good knowledge of welding techniques and have the ability to produce quality work.

Essential Functions:

• Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
• Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of team members. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Completion of a formal apprenticeship OR successful completion of an in-company, three-year training program required.
• Must be able to pass a company weld test.
• Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair.
• Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints.
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.
• Adhere to Maguire’s Personal Protective Equipment Policy and Safety Programs.
• Must be able to work outside in both a hot and cold environment.
• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse construction sites by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
• Must be able to climb up to heights of 200 feet.

At Maguire, we believe in protecting and storing quality water. We do this by being the best water tank company for our customers and employees.

Maguire is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Maguire complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding hiring and employment. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.