Traveling Specialty Structural Steel Welder

D&S Management LLC; Virginia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Steel and Fabrication, Inc/ RTW Stainless Contractors, Inc. is actively sourcing highly experienced Specialty Structural Welders for current and upcoming field projects across the southeastern United States.

The role focuses on high-quality structural and industrial welding in demanding field environments. Candidates must demonstrate FCAW proficiency and the ability to complete the 6G restricted pipe test, plus meet project-specific qualification requirements, background checks, and

Qualifications

• Significant structural steel and heavy industrial welding experience.
• Proficiency with FCAW welding processes.
• Must successfully complete a 6G Restricted Pipe Test.
• Must qualify to applicable WPS and read weld symbols.
• TWIC card or Real ID is required.
• Background screening and site access requirements must be met.
• Must be willing to travel throughout the SE United States.
• Ability to read and interpret WPSs, weld symbols, and project specs.
• Knowledge of joint preparation, fit-up, and welding parameters.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality structural and industrial welding in field environments.
• Meet project-specific qualification requirements and tests.
• Travel to and work at multiple southeastern US project sites.

Skills

FCAW proficiency

Structural welding experience

6G Restricted Pipe Test

Read/weld symbols & interpret WPS

Travel availability

Job description

Company:Virginia Steel and Fabrication, Inc/ RTW Stainless Contractors, Inc.
Work Region:Southeastern United States
Travel:Extensive / Project-Based
Engagement:W-2 Employment and/or Independent Contractor Opportunities, as applicable:

Opportunity Summary

RTW Industrial Specialties is sourcing highly experiencedSpecialty Structural Steel Weldersfor current and upcoming field projects throughout the southeastern United States.

We are seeking experienced welders capable of performing high-quality structural and industrial welding in demanding field environments.

Candidates must be proficient inFCAWand possess the skill and experience necessary to successfully complete the contracting firm's required6G Restricted Pipe Testand any other project-specific qualification requirements before assignment.

Required Qualifications

• Significant structural steel and/or heavy industrial welding experience
• Advanced proficiency withFCAW
• Ability to successfully complete a6G Restricted Pipe Test
• Ability to qualify to the applicable project WPS
• Current TWIC card or Real ID
• Ability to successfully complete required background screening
• Ability to satisfy applicable customer and site-access requirements
• Ability to satisfy project-specific drug/alcohol screening requirements, where applicable
• Ability to read and interpret WPSs, weld symbols, structural drawings, and project specifications
• Knowledge of joint preparation, fit-up, welding parameters, preheat/interpass requirements, and weld quality standards
• Ability and willingness to travel to project locations throughout the southeastern United States
• Ability to meet the scheduling and availability requirements associated with individual project assignments

Mandatory Welding Qualification

The contracting firm requires welders assigned to this work to successfully complete a6G Restricted Pipe Test.

Successful completion of required welding qualification testing is acondition of eligibility for assignment to applicable projects. Previous certifications, qualifications, or experience do not automatically waive project-specific testing requirements.

Candidates should only be submitted if they possess the experience and technical proficiency necessary to successfully perform the required qualification testing.

Engagement Structure

RTW Industrial Specialties anticipates utilizing qualified personnel through different engagement structures depending upon the specific project and business requirements.

Some opportunities may be offered asW-2 employmentwith RTW Industrial Specialties.

Certain opportunities may be available toindependent contractors or independent businesses, provided the relationship meets applicable federal and state requirements for independent contractor classification.

The sourcing or qualification of an individual does not determine worker classification.Employment or independent contractor status will be determined separately based upon the actual circumstances and requirements of the engagement and applicable law.

Compensation, travel arrangements, per diem, scheduling, benefits eligibility, insurance requirements, tax treatment, and other terms will be communicated based upon the applicable engagement and project.

Travel

These opportunities involvesubstantial travel throughout the southeastern United States. Project locations, durations, schedules, and travel requirements will vary by assignment.

Candidates should be prepared for extended assignments away from their home location and movement between project sites as work becomes available.

Initial Sourcing Requirements:

Candidates should provide:

• Résumé or detailed work history
• Structural/industrial welding experience
• FCAW experience
• Previous welding qualifications or certifications
• Experience with 6G and/or restricted-access welding
• Current TWIC status
• Current location and travel availability
• Availability/start date
• W-2 or independent contractor interest,for sourcing purposes only

6G RESTRICTED PIPE TEST REQUIRED
FCAW PROFICIENCY REQUIRED
TWIC REQUIRED
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIRED
SOUTHEAST TRAVEL REQUIRED