Fitter/Welder

The Kelly Group; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options

Paid life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Fitter/Welder for its Decatur, Illinois location. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 to 3 years of experience with process pipe, the ability to install piping systems, and familiarity with welding techniques. The role requires passing a bend test and may involve travel. The company provides a complete benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) with match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 to 3 years of experience working with process pipe.
• Ability to pass a bend test on carbon steel pipe.
• Familiarity with OSHA training and welding codes.

Responsibilities

• Install piping systems by measuring, cutting, and shaping materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints, flow diagrams, and specifications.
• Generate materials lists according to job specifications.

Skills

Understanding of welding techniques

Ability to read blueprints

Experience with process pipe

Hand tool proficiency

Job description

• 2454 North 27th Street, Decatur, IL, United States

The Kelly Group is seeking a Fitter/Welder for its Decatur, Illinois, location and work in the surrounding area. Candidates should own their own hand tools and have a minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience working with process pipe, preferably in the grain industry.

This position requires the ability to perform these essential duties:

• Install piping systems by measuring, cutting, bending, shaping, threading, soldering and gluing using hand tools and equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, process flow diagrams, sketches and product specifications
• Generate materials lists by selecting types and sizes of pipes, supports and related materials according to job specifications, drawings or isometrics
• Pass a bend test on a 2-inch schedule 160 carbon steel pipe in 6G position using gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW, TIG, Heliarc) root and hot pass and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW, stick) fill and cap to become certified

Other preferred qualifications sought include:

• OSHA 10-hour or equivalent training
• Familiarity with AWS, ASME and other welding codes and practices
• Ability to travel, requiring staying out of town for multiple weeks at a time

The Kelly Group offers a complete benefits package, including:

• Health care and dependent care pre-tax flexible spending account options
• Paid life/AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan option with employer match
• Paid time off and paid vacation
• Paid holidays

EEO STATEMENT

The Kelly Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.