Field Tank Welder

CB&I; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental, and vision

401(k) matching

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

CB&I is seeking a welder for on-site fabrication and assembly of structural components, tanks, and piping systems. You will interpret blueprints, select materials, and perform welds using multiple processes to join metal parts in accordance with specs.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and prior welding experience. Strong safety awareness and ability to read plans are essential, with opportunities for skill development and career growth at CB&I.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Responsibilities

• Selects type and size of pipe or related materials according to specifications.
• Plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry and welding techniques.
• May use GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, SAW or SMAW welding processes as required.
• Lays out, positions, aligns and fits components per drawings and welds accordingly.
• Ensures safety and project rules are followed and assists other mechanics as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Job description

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Overview

Lays out, aligns and welds fabricated, cast and forged components to assemble structural forms such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, buildings and pipe, according to blueprints and metallurgy.

Responsibilities

• Selects type and size of pipe or other related materials and equipment according to specifications
• Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques
• May be required to use Gas-Metal Arc, Flux-Cored Arc, Gas-Tungsten Arc, Submerged Arc, or Shielded Metal Arc welding processes
• Lays out, positions, aligns and fits components together in various body positions
• Bolts, clamps and welds together metal components of products such as piping systems, plate, pipe and tube or structural shapes, using arc and arc gas welding equipment. May weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead position. May tack weld assemblies together
• Connects cable from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope and pulse as specified by procedure or supervisor
• Obtains specified electrode and inserts electrode into portable holder or threads consumable electrode wire through portable welding gun
• Starts power supply to produce electric current
• Strikes arc which generates heat to melt and deposit metal from electrode to work piece and join edges of work piece
• Manually guides electrode or gun along weld-line, maintaining length of arc and speed and movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead, as judged from color of metal, sound of weld, and size of molten puddle
• May manually apply filler rod to supply weld metal. May clean or degrease weld joint or workplace, using wire brush, portable grinder, or chemical bath. May repair broken or cracked parts and fill holes. May remove excess weld, defective weld material, slag and spatter, using carbon arc gouge, hand scrapper, grinder or power chipper. May preheat work piece, using hand torch or heating furnace. May cut metal plates or structural shape
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications
• Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies
• May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of materials and work pieces during installation
• Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment
• Assists other mechanics as needed
• Respiratory protection is common and may be required
• Required to pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required
• Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy
• Make decisions based on measurable criteria
• Apply basic mathematics to solve problems
• Plan work and select proper tools
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings
• Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects

Local Requirements

Physical Requirements

NP=Not Present, O=Occasionally (0-33%), F=Frequently (34-66%), C=Constantly (67-100%)

Standing
70%

Walking
50%

Sitting
10%

Pushing
NP

Pulling
NP

Climbing
F

Balancing
F

Bending
F

Stooping
O

Kneeling
O

Crouching
O

Crawling
NP

Reaching
C

Handling
C

Hearing
C

Feeling
C

Vision
C

Lifting (lbs)

Carrying (lbs)

0-10
0-10
10-25
10-25
25-50
25-50

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  

Skills and Behaviors

• Benefits:

CB&I is proud to offer eligible employees a robust package of benefits, including major medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-matching program, FSA/HSA programs, long- and short-term disability options, life insurance, and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.
In accordance with applicable local and state laws or regulations, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. Please discuss any compensation-related questions with your recruiter during the interview process.