Repcon, Inc. RIG WELDER WITH TWIC

Repcon, Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Repcon, Inc. in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking Combination Welders with industrial welding experience in petrochemical environments. You will read blueprints, ISO documents, and field drawings to guide welding of various metals using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW.

You’ll also select and set up welding equipment and ensure proper fit-up for piping and structural components. Safety and precision are emphasized. Candidates must pass GTAW and SMAW tests, hold a TWIC card, and have 3+ years of

Qualifications

• Industrial combo welding experience with GTAW and SMAW.
• Pass GTAW & SMAW welding procedures tests.
• Current Basic Orientation Plus (Safety Council Card) or within 3 months expiration.
• Current TWIC card.
• Have three (3) or more years of experience in your craft.
• Compliance with designated welding procedures and specifications.
• Follow established job-site safety and work regulations, and maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Use appropriate hand and power tools to properly measure, cut, assemble, weld and install all types of pipe and/or similar tubular products; install supports, valves and other control equipment; test installed piping systems and install all other related items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications; bolt, clamp or weld parts to secure in position for welding; weld components according to specific process and code.
• Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Weld various metals using processes such as SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW.
• Read and interpret blueprints, ISO's, field drawings, and material takeoffs as needed.
• Select, set up, and stage welding equipment, gases, tools and consumables and ensure they are available and functioning.
• Double check fit of pipe or other structural pieces to ensure proper attachment.
• Adhere to safety and detail to maintain quality work.

Skills

GTAW

SMAW

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Quality focus

Teamwork

Tools

Equipment setup

Measuring tools

Job description

About Us

We have earned a reputation for leading the industry in turnarounds, specialty welding, construction, pipe fabrication, and maintenance. Backed by a team of talented supervisors and craft professionals, we are prepared to tackle the toughest jobs for clients in the refining, chemical, petrochemical, renewables, and midstream industries.

Job Summary

Combination Welders must have industrial welding experience in a petrochemical or related industrial fabrication facility. Welders having the ability to read and interpret blueprints, ISO's, field drawings, and material takeoffs a plus. Welders will perform a range of duties which will include but is not limited to welding various metals using processes such as SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW. Welders are responsible for selecting, setting up, and staging the proper equipment for their jobs and ensuring that each is in ample supply and working order. This includes welding machines, gases, tools, and other consumables. Welders are also responsible for double checking the fit of pipe or other structural pieces to allow for proper attachment. Attention to safety and detail are of the utmost importance. Welders must successfully pass pre‑employment weld tests as part of the on‑boarding process.

Requirements

• Industrial Combo welding experience with GTAW and SMAW.
• Must pass GTAW & SMAW manual welding procedures test.
• Current Basic Orientation Plus (Safety Council Card) or within 3 months expiration.
• Current TWIC card.
• Have three (3) or more years’ experience in your craft.
• Compliance with designated welding procedures and specifications.
• Follow established job‑site safety and work regulations, and maintain a safe and clean work area. Identify safety hazards and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Use appropriate hand and power tools to properly measure, cut, assemble, weld and install all types of pipe and/or similar tubular products; install supports, valves and other control equipment; test installed piping systems and install all other related items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications; bolt, clamp or weld parts to secure in position for welding; weld components according to specific process and code.
• Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications and industry standards.

Physical and Other Requirements

• Significant and sustained periods of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
• Good communication skills (speaking and actively listening) with co‑workers and supervisors.
• Must have good manual dexterity to perform precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls.
• 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 50 lbs.
• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms. Will work at heights up to 300’ utilizing proper fall protection.
• Use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision.
• Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long periods of time up to 12 hours a day.
• 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 steel‑toe boots.

Benefits

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Affirmative Action Policy

Please review our affirmative action policy.