Specialty Welder

Allied Power; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Health insurance plans

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plan with company matching

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

A leading energy services company is seeking a skilled Specialty Nuclear Welder to perform precise welding tasks on nuclear-grade components at sites across the US. The eligible candidate should possess a significant experience in welding, particularly within nuclear environments, and be a member in good standing with a recognized union. This position requires adherence to safety and quality regulations, and candidates must be capable of interpreting technical documents and performing inspections. Competitive benefits and equal opportunity in hiring are assured.

Qualifications

• Must be a current member in good standing with UA or Boilermaker Union.
• Must have certification in multiple welding techniques (e.g. ASME or AWS).
• Strong understanding of welding processes, metallurgy, and material properties.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations on nuclear components using approved processes.
• Interpret and follow blueprints, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct pre-weld and post-weld inspections to ensure quality.

Skills

Welding techniques

Blueprint interpretation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nuclear experience (preferred)

5+ years of welding experience

Tools

Gas metal arc welding equipment

Plasma cutting equipment

Oxyacetylene torches

Job description

We are seeking dedicated and skilled Nuclear Professionals to join our team at nuclear sites across the US. The Specialty Nuclear Welder is responsible for performing precision welding tasks on nuclear-grade components and systems in compliance with stringent safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role requires expertise in specialized welding techniques, adherence to nuclear industry codes, and the ability to work in controlled environments to ensure the integrity and reliability of critical systems.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform welding operations on nuclear components using approved processes.
• Interpret and follow blueprints, technical drawings, and welding specifications.
• Ensure compliance with ASME Section III, as well as other nuclear industry standards.
• Conduct pre-weld and post-weld inspections.
• Fabricate, assemble, and repair metal structures and components.
• Weld together metal components of products as specified by layout, blueprints, diagrams, work orders, or weld procedures.
• Set up, operate, and maintain hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as gas metal arc welding equipment, plasma cutting equipment, and oxyacetylene torches.
• Operates fabrication shop machinery and equipment including, but not limited to manual rigging and winches.
• Client/Customer Focus
• Communication
• Project Management
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Problem-Solving

Physical Demands

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Exposure to noise, grease, fumes, gases, electrical energy, and inclement weather conditions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Required Education, Experience, Certification and Licenses:

• Current member in good standing with UA or Boilermaker Union
• High School Diploma or GED
• Nuclear experience (preferred)
• 5+ years of welding experience, with at least two years in nuclear or high-spec environments
• Certification in multiple welding techniques (e.g. ASME or AWS)
• Strong understanding of welding processes, metallurgy, and material properties.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Understanding of safety practices and procedures
• Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to a nuclear power facility

Allied Power provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Allied Power complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. At Allied Power, we are committed to transparency and employee well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), generous paid time off, and a retirement savings plan with company matching. Additionally, we provide life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Please note that paid time off (PTO) is available for eligible positions.