Tank Builder / Welder (Nationwide)

ZipRecruiter; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled field welders to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to travel across the country while performing essential welding tasks. As a full-time employee, you will engage in various projects, utilizing your expertise in arc welding and cutting. The position requires a commitment to safety and quality, ensuring that all work meets industry standards. With competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits after a probationary period, this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to grow in their welding career while exploring diverse locations.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Direct Deposit

Qualifications

• Experience with SMAW, FCAW, and submerged arc welding.
• Ability to operate various power and air tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and cutting tasks as per project requirements.
• Utilize safety equipment and conduct quality examinations.

Skills

Arc Welding

Torch Cutting

Non-Destructive Testing

Safety Equipment Operation

Rigging and Signaling

Tools

Generators

Compressors

Forklifts

Welding Machines

Safety Monitors

Job description

Job Description

Statement of Purpose

To provide satisfying, long-term work opportunities for our dedicated employees - We believe that there is pride to be gained in performing productive work, and there should be great satisfaction in achieving results as a team. Our efforts will be spent towards continuously improving the health, strength, and quality of the company. We believe our collective success will generate value that supports our families and benefits our communities.

We are currently looking to hire top field welders. Join our team and become a “tankee” traveling throughout our beautiful country!

Compensation

Hourly wage based upon experience and skill set, plus per diem (to cover meals and lodging). Normal hourly wage paid for work-related travel (no overtime). Non-union. Occasional prevailing wage. Non-exempt. No PTO or paid holidays. Pay periods are weekly. Direct deposit is available.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available on the first of the month following a 30-day probationary period. Phillips Tank pays approximately 60% and employee pays 40% of medical benefit premiums. Employee pays 100% for vision and dental benefit premiums.

Shift

Project work schedules vary. However, a typical work shift is daylight (10 hours per day, 5 days per week).

Status

Full-time employee (subject to project availability and work schedules.)

Travel is required for this position 75% of the time

Day-to-Day Duties

• Performing arc and torch cutting and gouging.
• Using generators, compressors, tuggers, blowers, grinders, and other power and air tools.
• Welding plate with 7018, 7024 and 6010 stick (SMAW), flux core (FCAW), and submerged arc automatic machines (3 o’clock and “goat”/tractor).
• Using come-alongs, hydraulic jacks, hoists, air bags, winches, and other lifting equipment.
• Using tank shell buggies, tank scaffolding, tank ladders, and other specialty equipment.
• Performing vacuum box tests, oil tests, dye penetrant tests, and other non-destructive quality examinations.
• Using gas monitors, fresh air kits, respirators, emergency rescue kits, and other safety equipment.
• Operating forklifts, man lifts, boom lifts, and other large lifting equipment.
• Knowledge of crane operations (including rigging and signaling)
• Reading detailed erection and fabrication drawings.
• Planning the sequence and methods of fitting up, welding, repairing, and constructing tanks.
• Completing job safety analysis, safety audits, site-specific training, and other safety training.
• Follow directions and work professionally with other crew members.
• Other duties as assigned.