Tank Welder – ASME Code Expert & Precise

PALA Interstate; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

PALA Interstate, LLC seeks a skilled welder to lay out, fit and weld metal components for pipelines, boilers, tanks, structural steel and vehicles. You will read specifications and blueprints, perform calculations with basic geometry, and complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include welding in all positions, operating torches and air arc gouging, rigging, and working at height or in confined spaces with respirators as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience performing SMAW, GTAW, and Flux Core welding.
• Must pass welding test as required by job site.
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications, plans and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules and uphold safety, quality, and production standards.
• Weld to required specifications and complete tasks with limited supervision.
• Operate air arc gouging, burning torch, and power tools as needed for tank repairs.
• Assess fit-up of weld joints and follow welding procedures.
• Handle rigging and use fit-up equipment to control banding and peaking in seams.
• Weld multiple types of joints and thicknesses with appropriate electrodes.
• Work at elevations on tank scaffolds and in confined spaces as required.
• Operate a Man-Lift and work under breathing air with respirator when needed.

Skills

SMAW welding

GTAW welding

Flux Core welding

Education

Three years welding experience

Job description

PALA Interstate, LLC seeks a skilled welder to lay out, fit and weld metal components for pipelines, boilers, tanks, structural steel and vehicles. You will read specifications and blueprints, perform calculations with basic geometry, and complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include welding in all positions, operating torches and air arc gouging, rigging, and working at height or in confined spaces with respirators as required.