Oklahoma Licensed Welder

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Travel paid

Per diem

Paid lodging

Job summary

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. in Oklahoma is seeking a capable Pipe Fitter/Welder. The role involves weld preparation, joining, and finishing to meet customer drawings, with extensive travel and a steady week schedule.

Competitive hourly pay and full benefits await the right candidate. Ideal applicants will have a minimum of two years’ industrial pipe welding experience, the ability to pass a 6G weld test within the first week, and a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Qualifications

• Two years minimum industrial pipe welding experience
• Ability to pass a 6G Weld test within the first week
• Willingness to travel frequently
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive long distances
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs regularly
• Comfort working in hot/cold environments

Responsibilities

• Set up weld equipment and fit piping to specifications
• Perform open root welding (no insert)
• Weld 50" diameter pipes in 8 hours
• Assist jobsite team with insulation, electrical, and painting
• Load rigging, torch cutting, and leveling with measurement tools
• Operate grinders and wire wheels
• Perform additional duties on job sites as needed

Skills

Welding

Pipe welding

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Tools

Welding equipment

Industrial lifts

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.

Pipe Fitter/Welder

This position offers competitive hourly pay, full benefits, paid travel, mileage reimbursement, paid hotels and per diem! This person will be responsible for various types of weld preparation, welding and weld finishing operations to manufacture product to customer drawings, specifications, or other forms of instruction. Advancement opportunities are available. Travel is required.

Why work for us?

We can offer you a career path and training to advance your career to the next level! We offer competitive salary, full benefits, substantial retirement packages (15% dollar for dollar match!). Simply put, we are looking to invest time and money into developing the most elite team in the ammonia refrigeration industry. If you want to be the best in the business, this position is for you!

Company Values

Our company focuses on four core values: Safety, Quality, Experience and Reliability. Innovative Refrigeration Systems not only meets the needs of our customers, but exceeds their expectations. We hold ourselves to a higher standard, and pursue ever‑improving quality.

• Safety: Our company is one of the few in the state of Virginia that is SHARP certified which means we are a model for workplace health and safety. The safety of our employees is a top priority for us.
• Quality: We settle for only the best, and our customers know when they work with us that they are getting the best‑in‑class products and services.
• Experience: We focus on ensuring our staff have the experience necessary to thrive in their career. We do this by offering apprenticeship opportunities, our self‑guided STAR training program, and by placing a heavy focus on internal training.
• Reliability: High quality product from the start is critical in sustaining long‑lasting relationships with our customers. From design, to construction, and continuing into service and aftermarket support, our team offers unbeatable full life‑cycle refrigeration expertise.

About The Position

• Job Security: Long‑term, permanent position with benefits and year‑round work
• Weekly pay
• Travel schedule that typically has you home every other weekend for 4 days. (Fri-Mon)
• Application takes 5-10 minutes

Key Duties

• Position the weld set up, fit the pipping and perform welds independently.
• Complete open root welding (no insert)
• Weld 50 diameter inches in 8 hours
• Assist the jobsite team in the following areas: insulation, electrical, and painting
• Preform 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 Weld test within first week of employment (Tested on 2" schedule 80 steel stick 60/10 root, 70/18 cap; pipe is beveled)
• Minimum of 2 years’ industrial pipe welding experience, preferred
• Extensive travel required (typical tour is 10 days from the Tuesday of 1st week to the Thursday of 2nd week- with 12 hour days)
• Must have a valid driver’s license, and be capable of driving up to 10 hours, able to operate industrial lifts
• Ability to see and hear industrial equipment moving around the job site.
• Capable of working alone up to 12 hours carrying out assigned tasks
• Capable of lifting 75lbs frequently during the day
• Must be able to stand, stoop bend, kneel and squat, work at heights and climb ladders throughout the day for extended periods of time
• Requires working in very hot (above 100F) or very cold (below 10F) temperatures and the ability to wear all required safety PPE in these conditions.
• Preferably have experience with either high pressure pipe, steam line or gas line, or process pipe welding
• This position is a safety sensitive position and will require pre‑employment and regular drug testing
• Position requires pre‑employment drug screening, criminal background screening, and driving record check. If you have had a DUI within the past 5 years you are not eligible for employment at this time

Benefits

• Health Insurance - Company pays 75% of monthly premiums for employees and their families
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Competitive vacation & holiday pay
• Supplemental insurance available
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Company matches dollar-for-dollar up to 15%
• Short‑term and Long‑term disability
• Accidental death/dismemberment
• Life insurance
• Travel, travel time, lodging, and per diem company paid
• Employee referral incentives
• Opportunities for advancement, professional development, training opportunities, and apprenticeship programs available
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental vehicles, and other company discounts (if applicable)