Skid/Structural Welder

Bidell Gas Compression; Weirton, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Bidell Gas Compression, a North American leader in rotating equipment, seeks a Skid/Structural Welder to join the fabrication team in Weirton, WV. You will position, rework, fit, and weld per blueprints, following supervisor instructions to meet daily production needs.

Candidates will face an AWS D.1.1 test in 1G and 1F with the Fab Supervisor. Safe operation, PPE adherence, and teamwork are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read blueprints and take/read measurements to plan layout.
• Able to weld in the 1G (flat) and 1F positions per AWS standards.
• Experience with SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW welding processes.
• High school diploma or equivalent; 18+ years old; able to work overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, position, align and fit components using applicable machines, tools.
• Bolt, clamp, and tack weld parts to secure them in position for final welding.
• Set up welding equipment and maintain production documentation.
• Perform SMAW, FCAW, MCAW arc welding and oxyacetylene cutting on ferrous and nonferrous metals.
• Follow all applicable safety and sanitation procedures.
• Adhere to all company PPE requirements and participate in toolbox meetings.
• Operate with crane safety and read welding symbols.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Layout/welding planning

Welding procedures

SMAW FCAW GMAW

Crane operation

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years welding experience or completion of 1 year of a registered Apprenticeship Program

AWS welding certification (asset)

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Shop machines setup

Job description

Bidell Gas Compression

For over 30 years Bidell Gas Compression has been a North American leader in rotating equipment, including gas compression, power generation, and pumps.

Our mission is to exceed customer expectations through our superior sales, applications, engineering, fabrication, product support, and our dedicated Bidell team.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are currently hiring for the role of The Skid / Structural Welderto join our team.

Reporting to the fabrication supervisor, a structural welder will be required to position, rework, fit, and weld in accordance to the applicable blueprints and follow all of the supervisor’s instructions. The person in this role will safely and efficiently assist in meeting our daily production requirements.

Candidates will be required to take an AWS D.1.1 welding test in the 1G and 1F positions with the Fab. Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES: (Including but are not limited to the following)

• Lay out, position, align and fit components together using applicable machines, tools, and equipment.
• Bolt, clamp, and tack weld parts to secure them in position for final welding.
• Set up welding equipment.
• Perform SMAW, FCAW, MCAW arc welding and oxyacetylene cutting on ferrous and nonferrous metals in accordance with established methods and procedures.
• Maintain production documentation for each procedure.
• Follow all applicable safety and sanitation procedures.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including the safe operation of equipment and help to maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Participate in toolbox meetings.
• Adheres to and promotes compliance with all company PPE requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of how to use hand tools and setup and operate applicable shop machines correctly.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, able to take/read measurements to plan layout and apply to job.
• Able to determine the appropriate welding equipment or method to use based on construction requirements.
• Layout components for fitting/welding according to job specifications (cut material with saw, hand grinder and torches to match measurements).
• Operate angle grinder to prepare parts to be welded.
• Align job components using tape measure.
• Must be able to weld in the 1G (flat welding) and 1F position.
• Must be able to read and interpret welding symbols.
• Must be trained to safely operate an overhead crane and operating a crane experience.
• Prefer candidate to have 2 years of welding experience or completion of 1 year of a registered Apprenticeship Program.
• Proficient in a variety of welding processes i.e., SMAW, GMAW, FCAW.
• Experienced in using electrical or manual tools (saws, square, grindes, etc.).
• Must use provided PPE (face-shield, gloves, etc.) to perform job in accordance with safety standards.
• Professional Certification is an asset (AWS welding certified).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to work in a group/team environment as well as independently.
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends when required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move, and walk long distances and in small areas with many moving pieces/parts.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Referral program

AAP / EEO Statement

Bidell Gas Compression is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran.