PIPE WELDERS - HIRING NOW

HKA Enterprises, Inc.; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem $180/day

Job summary

HKA Enterprises, Inc. is seeking experienced pipe welders for a long-term shipyard opportunity in Mississippi. The role requires at least 3 years of pipe welding experience and proficiency with GTAW/TIG and SMAW/stick welding, including passing a 6G X-ray test on stainless steel and copper-nickel pipes.

Wage is up to $48.00 per hour, with a per diem of $180.00 per day for qualified non-local candidates. Candidates must be able to work any shift and in demanding shipyard environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of pipe welding experience.
• Experience with GTAW/TIG welding.
• Experience with SMAW/stick welding.
• Ability to pass a military standard X-ray welding test on stainless steel and copper-nickel pipe (restricted 6G).
• Ability to pass welding assessments in 3G, 2G, and 4G.
• Must be able to work in a shipyard environment, including heights, confined spaces, and varying shifts.
• Must be available to work ANY shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipe welding procedures on stainless steel and copper-nickel pipe.
• Use GTAW/TIG, SMAW/stick welding, and other required welding processes.
• Work from shipyard requirements, procedures, and specifications.
• Perform welding in production areas that may involve working at heights, in confined spaces, and in various weather conditions.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a strong commitment to safe work practices.

Skills

Pipe welding

GTAW/TIG welding

SMAW/stick welding

6G welding tests

Tools

X-ray welding test (military standard)

Job description

Pipe Welder - Shipyard Opportunity

Location: Mississippi

Job Type: Long-Term Shipyard Opportunity

Shift: Must be available to work any shift

HKA is currently hiring experienced Pipe Welders for a long-term shipyard opportunity in Mississippi. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of pipe welding experience and be able to perform welding procedures on stainless steel and copper-nickel pipe.

Pay Package: Pay Rate: Up to $48.00 per hour, depending on experiencePer Diem: $180.00 per day for qualified non-local candidates

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of pipe welding experience
• Experience with Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, also known as GTAW/TIG welding
• Experience with Shielded Metal Arc Welding, also known as SMAW/stick welding
• Ability to pass a military standard X-ray welding test on stainless steel and copper-nickel pipe in the restricted 6G position
• Ability to pass welding assessments in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions, including 3G, 2G, and 4G
• Must be able to work in a shipyard environment, including heights, confined spaces, various weather conditions, and multiple shifts
• Must be available to work ANY shift as production needs change

Welding Test Requirements:

• Pipe welding test is performed in a restricted 6G position
• Test is completed on a 5-inch schedule 80 carbon steel pipe
• GTAW/TIG process is used for the root pass
• 11018 electrode is used for the weld fill portion and cap

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform pipe welding procedures on stainless steel and copper-nickel pipe
• Use GTAW/TIG, SMAW/stick welding, and other required welding processes
• Work from shipyard requirements, procedures, and specifications
• Perform welding in production areas that may involve working at heights, in confined spaces, and in various weather conditions
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a strong commitment to safe work practices

HKA stresses the importance of working safely in all situations.