Project Pipe Welder B

Caterpillar; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) savings plans

Retention bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar is hiring a Project Pipe Welder B for our Channelview, TX facility. You will set up, operate, and adjust welding equipment to perform GTAW and FCAW welding in all positions, following standard procedures to ensure safety and quality.

Responsibilities include arc cutting and gouging as needed, preparing welds, and moving parts with cranes or forklifts. offsetof overtime and weekend shifts to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment
• Be available to work 1st or 2nd shift
• Ability to work overtime to support production demands, including weekends
• One to three years of GTAW and FCAW welding experience

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and adjust welding machines to perform welding operations in all positions
• Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe, defect-free welding
• Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging as required
• Prepare and dress welds; sand as needed
• Utilize forklifts, pallet jacks, and cranes to move pieces as needed

Skills

GTAW welding

FCAW welding

All-position welding

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Job description

## Project Pipe Welder BApply: Channelview, Texas: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R0000396514**Career Area:****Job Description:****Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.**When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. **Project Pipe Welder B**As a Pipe Welder, you will set up, operate and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions **Additional Information:*** Urgently hiring* Multiple openings* This is a supplemental position located at the Solar Turbines manufacturing facility located in Channelview, TX* No relocation package is available**Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:*** Perform Manual finish welding operations on carbon and stainless steel in all positions* Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations* Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging* Sanding may be required to prepare and dress welds* Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, jib and overhead cranes to move and position work pieces**Required Qualifications:*** Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests* Minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment* Ability to perform simple computer operations* Be available to work 1st or 2nd shift* Ability to work overtime to support production demands, including weekends**Desired Qualifications:*** One (1) to three (3) years of GTAW and FCAW welding experience**Top Candidates:*** Good Communication Skills and strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork* Combination Welder and Fitter* Leadership Experience* Ability to work well individually or in a team environment \\*\\*Candidates may be placed on any shift, dependent on business needs\\*\\* **Summary Pay Range:**$25.48 - $38.22 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience.Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. * **Opportunity for various Retention bonuses totaling $2500.*** **Eligibility for all retention bonuses are contingent on good standing in terms of performance and attendance.** **Benefits:** Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits. * Medical, dental, and vision benefits\\** Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)\\** 401(k) savings plans\\** Health Savings Account (HSA)\\** Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)\\** Health Lifestyle Programs\\** Employee Assistance Program\\** Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts\\** Career Development\\** Incentive bonus\\** Disability benefits* Life Insurance* Parental leave* Adoption benefits* Tuition Reimbursement \\* These benefits also apply to part-time employees