Pipe Welder

AITKEN; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aitken Manufacturing Inc. seeks an experienced welder to join our pressure vessel fabrication team in Houston. You will perform welding across materials using FCAW, SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and SAW in accordance with ASME and AWS standards, and participate in inspection and testing activities.

The position requires at least 3 years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a strong commitment to safety in a high-heat, high-noise environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must pass ASME weld test (ASME Sec IX).
• At least three years of experience welding pressure vessels.
• Experience with FCAW, SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and SAW preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow welding procedures (ASME, AWS, AISC) as required.
• Weld in various positions including ground level and elevated areas.
• Prepare and finish welds by chipping, peening and grinding.
• Perform gouging and scarfing as needed.
• Transport material by crane and maintain a clean work area.
• Adhere to safety rules and PPE.

Skills

FCAW welding

SMAW welding

GMAW welding

GTAW welding

SAW welding

ASME Sec IX familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ransom type manipulators

Overhead crane

Forklift

Oxy-fuel equipment

Job description

Our Employee Value PropositionWorking for a world class leader in pressure vessel fabrication, at Aitken Manufacturing Inc. Welder brings his/her expertise and knowledge in fabrication to build some of the most complex and high profile projects in the Oil & Gas, Energy, Chemical, & Processing industrial segments. Critical to the production process this position welds a large variety of materials using the following welding processes: FCAW, SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and SAW. The production welder utilizes a high degree of proficiency while utilizing full skills of the trade including knowledge of common heat reactions of metals.Core ResponsibilitiesFollows applicable welding procedures (ASME, AWS, AISC)Welds on ground level, above ground and below ground, in any required position.Chips peens and grinds material to prepare for welding or finish.Welds structural materials such as pipe, plates, sheets, tanks, etc., occasionally involving uncommon structural metals or machine metals under close tolerances of heat application and workmanship.Perform gouging and scarfing as needed.Capable of passing welding test in accordance to ASME Sec. IX in conformance to ASME Sec. VIII, Div. 1.Keeps work area organized and clean.Transport material by crane as needed and required.Must adhere to and follow all safety rules and PPE requirements.Familiar with the safe use of: Ransom type manipulators (turntable), overhead crane, forklift, and oxy fuel equipment.Education/TrainingHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED), and/or 12 months of stable work experience.Must pass ASME required weld test.Work ExperienceAt least three (3) years of experience welding pressure vessels required.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.The employee frequently is required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. The employee must occasionally push and/or pull a maximum force of 200 ft-lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Close mental and visual application required to interpret drawings, layout, plan work, and weld. Good judgment in determining best method and procedure to be followed. Able to work on jobs while applying safety rules at all times.Reasonable accommodations will be made upon request for those who have disabilities that qualify under the American with Disabilities Act.Aitken MFG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.