Pipe Welder

Matrix Service; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Service Company is seeking an experienced welder for industrial construction projects in the United States. The role involves welding pipe and structural components to stringent specifications, using multiple welding processes and passing NDE testing as required.

Safety and quality are paramount across all tasks. The ideal candidate has at least five years of refinery maintenance/turnaround or construction welding experience, is able to read blueprints, and can complete company safety and

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/construction welding.
• Must pass Weld Test and demonstrate practical welding skill.
• Complete Matrix Service Safety training and site-specific training.
• Must obtain/maintain active status in drug-testing program and pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding per jobsite specifications on pipe and structural components.
• Weld using SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, MIG, TIG and other processes as required.
• Ensure welds meet NDE requirements including visual, hydro, and 100% x-ray tests.
• Fit-up pipe, grind as needed, and work with QA/QC for accuracy and safety.
• Identify safety hazards and take corrective actions to minimize risk.

Skills

Arc welding

SMAW

GTAW

GMAW

MIG

TIG

Pipe welding

Read blueprints

Safety awareness

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Perform welding functions per jobsite specifications, covering various welding procedures, brazing, and cutting on all types of pipe in a industrial construction environment.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Actively support the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values".
• Represent the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics".
• To work well with peers, supervision and the QA/QC Department.
• Select equipment and plan layout and assembly of welding.
• May weld pipe of all kinds, sizes and alloys by process of ARC, SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, GAS, MIG, TIG, etc.
• Weld high and low pressure pipe per specifications. All welds are subject to NDE testing including visual, hydro and 100% x-ray.
• Fit up pipe in some instances, as well as perform grinding when required.
• Weld on structural steel, handrails, brackets, non-piping components, etc.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Must possess current certification in SMAW, GTAW and GMAW or FCAW.
• Perform other related duties.
• Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in weathering conditions including heat conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of five (5) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience. A general knowledge of basic hand tools. Must be able to pass Weld Test and have practical welding skill. Complete Matrix Service Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client / Site specific training. Must be able to obtain and maintain an active status within the required drug testing program. Must pass background check.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.