Fitter Welder

Enviri; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Harsco Rail is seeking a skilled metal fabricator to lay out, assemble, and weld components for piping systems, tanks, and framed machinery. You will read blueprints, apply weld symbols, and use inspection tools to ensure pressure-tight assemblies meet specifications.

Qualifications include 2–3 years of trade training, a high school diploma, and 3–5 years of practical experience; Associates degree (AA) or equivalent is preferred. Strong teamwork, safety focus, and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of trade training and high school.
• Minimum of three to five years practical experience.
• Associates Degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, fit, tack weld, pressure tight, test and repair to blueprint specifications all piping systems and tanks.
• Lay out, fit, assemble, tack welds and straighten fabrications to blueprint specifications using jigs/fixtures.
• Verify conformance using square, ruler and measuring tape.

Skills

Safety focus

Quality & detail

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Write clearly

Present information

Welding issues communication

Education

High school diploma

Trade training

Associates degree (preferred)

Tools

Blueprint reading

Weld symbols knowledge

Inspection tools

Access

Excel

Job description

Company Description

Harsco is recognized for technical leadership and worldwide experience in virtually all major aspects of railway track maintenance. We enable railroads to operate at peak efficiency over smooth, precisely aligned track that increases railway safety while reducing fuel consumption and other key operating costs. Our broad array of equipment and services support every type of railway operator, from major national and international railway systems, to short lines and high-speed urban transit networks.

Job Description

Performs a variety ofMetal Fabrication and assembles structural metal products, such as framework for machinery, tanks, stacks, and metal parts for buildings and bridges according to job order, verbal instructions, and blueprints: Develops layout and plans sequence of operations, applying knowledge of trigonometry, stock allowances for thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and physical properties of metal.

Responsibilities

1. Lay out, fit, tack weld, pressure tight, test and repair to blueprint specifications all piping system, fuel tanks, or any other pressured vessel he mayassignedexcluding all hydraulic cylinders.

1. Lays out, fits, assemblers, tack welds and straightens fabrications to blueprint specifications with the use of jigs,fixturesand/or instructions

• Verifies conformance of workpieceto specifications, using square, ruler, and measuring tape.

Qualifications

I. Basic Qualifications (Required)

1. Education

• 2 – 3 years of trade training and high school

1. Experience

• A minimum of three - fiveyearspractical experience isrequired.

II. Preferred Qualifications

• Education or Experience

• Associates Degree(AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.

Interpersonal Skills

1. Ability to setup andutilizeinspection equipment.

1. Ability to write in a clear and concise manner

1. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions

1. Ability tocommunicate welding issues to Supervisors and Welders

Technical Skills

• Must have expert knowledge of Weld Symbols and Weld Positions used in production.

• Must be able to read and understand detailed drawings and welding procedures/specifications.

• Must have experience using standard measuring tool

• Understanding of Print tolerances

• Basic computer knowledge isrequired: Accessand Excel.

Other Skills

• Ability to effectively plan and organize

• Ability to communicate with others

III. Core Competencies

• Safety Focus Quality & Attention to Detail Teamwork & Collaboration Accountability Continuous Improvement Communication Problem Solving Adaptability

IV.Career Progression

Harsco Rail is committed to developing employees through defined career progression opportunities. Progression is based ondemonstratedperformance, technicalproficiency, business needs, leadership behaviors, and management approval.

Level B

• Performs routine and moderately complex work independently.

• Consistently meets safety, quality, and productivity expectations.

• Continues developing technical skills.

Level A

• Performs all duties independently.

• Handles complex assignments.

• Assistswith training and process improvements.

Senior

• Technical expert performing the most complex work.

• Mentors andcoachesothers.

• Leadstroubleshooting and continuous improvement.

• Supportsleadership with technical guidance.

• Supportsleadership withtechnical guidance and problem-solving,assistingwithprocess improvements, and serves as a role model for safety, quality, and operational excellence

Advancement Considerations

• Technicalproficiency

• Quality of work

• Safety performance

• Productivity

• Attendance & dependability

• Cross-training

• Leadership & mentoring

• Performance evaluations

• Business need and management approval

V. Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a manufacturing and/or warehouse environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.

• Requires standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended periods.

• Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.

VI. Schedule / Shift

• Work schedule and shift assignment may vary based on operational needs.

• Overtime, weekend, and holiday work may be required as business demands dictate.

Additional Information

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Rail’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Harsco Rail offers the following alternate application procedure: Contact Brittany Brown, HR Generalist, at 803-822-7440 and Harsco Rail will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. Please call only for disability application. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.