Rig Welder - Mechanical

Norrell Construction, Inc.; Clute (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Norrell Construction, Inc. in the Texas Gulf Coast is seeking a Rig Welder to join our Mechanical Department. You will weld metal components as specified by blueprints or diagrams, and support fitters, rigging, and process piping in industrial settings.

Qualified candidates have 4+ years of MIG/TIG/Stick/Flux Core welding experience, the ability to read blueprints, and a current welding certification or ability to pass a test. Safety-focused and comfortable working at heights.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of welding experience on industrial size and grade pipe.
• Ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g positions.
• Must have current welding certification or be able to pass a welding test.
• Experience with MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and diagrams.
• Willingness to work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal components according to blueprints or diagrams.
• Assist pipe fitters, rigging, and process piping knowledge.
• Inspect finished welds for conformance with specifications.
• Maintain welding equipment and work area in a clean, orderly condition.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Flux core welding

Blueprint reading

Pipe welding

Rigging support

Fabrication knowledge

Tools

Welding machines

Gas torches

Pipe fitting tools

Job description

Mechanical Department Full Time Manual Labor Clute, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1774

JOB DETAILS

Position Title

Location

Texas Gulf Coast

Functionally Reports into

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

JOB OBJECTIVE

The Rig Welderwill be responsible for welding together metal components as specified by blueprints or diagrams, using various welding techniques, to produce quality work. This position will also require assisting fitters, rigging, and knowledge of process piping.

REQUIREMENTS

EXPERIENCE

• Experience with MIG, TIG, Stick and Flux Core welding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and diagrams.
• Operates welding equipment, including gas torches and welding machines.
• Grinds, files and sands seams, joints, and rough surfaces.
• Inspect finished welding products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Maintain welding equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Must have 4+ years’ experience welding experience on industrial size and grade pipe.
• Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions.
• Must have current applicable welding certification or be able to successfully pass a welding test.
• Must have experience welding multiple types of pipes including but not limitedto:carbon steel, schedule 10 stainless, chrome and Inconel.
• Must be able to assist pipe fitters in pipe installation, preparation, and fabrication while not actively welding.
• Must be able to work at heights as required.

KNOWLEDGE

• Experience in MIG, TIG, and stick welding, as well as fabrication and welding symbol interpretation.
• Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques.
• Layout, position, aligns, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and in various places.
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or arc gas welding equipment.
• Weld metal materials to piping systems equipment using the appropriate welding procedure for the various equipment and metal types involved.
• Identify all equipment for job and process.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES & CAPABILITIES

• High level of intellectual ability.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Demonstrate commitment to Safety Standards.
• Displays willingness to make decisions.
• Makes timely decisions.