Specialty Welder

STARCON International, Inc.; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

STARCON International, Inc. is seeking a Combination Pipe Welder with four years of welding experience in the petrochemical sector or related fields.

You will perform X-ray quality welding in all positions using SMAW and GTAW, and you will read isometric drawings and blueprints to fabricate and install piping and supports. Responsibilities include welding in confined spaces, conforming to WPS/PQR documents, and coordinating with fitters and boilermakers.

Qualifications

• The right candidate will have four years of welding experience in the petrochemical industry or related field with the required weld testing certifications from Starcon to perform the assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform x-ray quality welding in all positions with SMAW & GTAW processes.
• Weld piping, structural steel and supports.
• Read and interpret isometric drawings and blueprints.
• Verify fit-ups and dimensions.
• Read and understand WPS/PQR documents.
• Welding in confined spaces and awkward positions.
• Set up welding leads and prepare for welding.
• Coordinate with pipe fitters, boilermakers, riggers.

Skills

X-ray welding

SMAW GTAW

Isometric drawings

WPS/PQR documents

Fit-up verification

Rigging knowledge

Field measurements

Confined space welding

Pipe beveling

Reading blueprints

Tools

Torch cutting

Pipe beveling machines

Job description

Combination Pipe Welder

The right candidate will have four years of welding experience in the petrochemical industry or related

Job Description

The right candidate will have four years of welding experience in the petrochemical industry or related field with the required weld testing certifications from Starcon to perform the assigned tasks. You are responsible for performing X-ray quality welding in all positions with the SMAW & GTAW processes with a variety of electrodes. You will be required to use torch cutting and operating equipment such as pipe beveling machines. You will assure all hold points and requirements on code work are met. You must be willing to do tasks other than welding such as pipe fitting and boilermaker duties as directed.

Required Skills

• Perform x-ray quality welding in all positions with the SMAW & GTAW processes with a variety of
• electrodes
• Weld piping, structural steel and supports
• Basic understanding of isometric drawings and blueprints
• Ability to read and understand WPS/PQR documents
• Competent to verify fit-ups and dimensions
• Ability to read and understand plans isometric drawings
• Mathematical skills as they pertain to the execution of their work tasks
• Able to pass the appropriate weld test(s) given by Starcon or client
• Welding in Confined spaces
• Welding awkward positions and locations
• 2" GTAW .688" coupon (100% X-ray) - Standard test
• 2" GTAW Root & hot, SMAW 701 Fill & cap. (100% X-ray) – Standard test
• 4" S/80 GTAW 35/45 to 25/35 in convection box simulation. (100% X-ray) - add’ for Tube welder
• 4" S/80 GTAW 800HT to 304 in convection box simulation. (100% X-ray) – add’ Tube welder
• Ability to conduct field determine measurements, fabricate, modify and/or revise piping per sketches,
• isometric drawings and blueprints.
• Must have basic rigging knowledge associated with the moving of piping details and fittings
• Must set up you own jobs, stringing their own welding leads, building fireboxes in prep for welding, etc.

Post Hire Requirements

• Always be in compliance with all of Starcon and clients’ safety and quality control procedures.
• Work in a team effort with all team members in order to reach a common goal.
• Be willing to assist other crafts when directed such as pipe fitters, boilermakers, riggers, etc.

Work Environment

The work environment will require you to work in SCBA, special protective PPE specific to the unit and working at heights. Extended work hours may be required. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Must be physically able to carry up to 50 lbs. of tools and/or material housekeeping