Special Process Welder Journeyman

Big-D Careers; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the welding industry is seeking skilled welders to apply their technical knowledge and practical skills. Candidates must pass a welding examination and be proficient in various welding methods such as SMAW and GTAW. Responsibilities include assisting in assembly, ensuring safety procedures, and utilizing conventional tools for preparation and cleanup.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment welding examination.
• Familiar with equipment for SMAW or GTAW.
• Adheres to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical knowledge and welding skills.
• Assist in installation and alignment of components.
• Verify positions of metal components using measurement tools.

Skills

Welding skills

Technical knowledge

Safety procedures

Tools

Straight edge

Combination square

Calipers

Grinders

Buffers

Chipping hammer

Job description

1. Must possess the necessary skill sets to pass the pre-employment welding examination.
2. Applies technical knowledge and practical welding skills.
3. Assist in component installation, fit-up and alignment.
4. Must be familiar with the equipment required to perform Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) or Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) processes.
5. Verifies position of metal components in assembly, using straight edge, combination square, calipers, and rule.
6. Utilize conventional tools for preparation of welding and clean up. (Grinders, buffers, file, chipping hammer, etc.).
7. Tack-weld components to secure in position for welding.
8. Must be familiar with weld acceptance criteria and perform front line examination of the welding work performed.
9. Adheres to all safety procedures.