Welder

STARCON International, Inc.; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

STARCON International, Inc. is seeking skilled welders to perform x-ray quality welding using SMAW and GTAW processes in Bedford Park, Illinois. Candidates must be capable of reading isometric drawings and basic rigging knowledge, along with passing welding tests.

Eligible welders will handle a variety of welding tasks including piping and structural steel while ensuring all tasks meet the highest quality standards. Strong mathematical skills and the ability to work in confined spaces are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform x-ray quality welding in all positions.
• Competent to verify fit-ups and dimensions.
• Able to pass the appropriate weld tests.

Responsibilities

• Weld piping and structural steel.
• Read and understand WPS/PQR documents.
• Conduct field measurements and revisions to piping.

Skills

Welding techniques (SMAW, GTAW)

Understanding of isometric drawings

Mathematical skills

Basic rigging knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Required Skills:

• Perform x-ray quality welding in all positions with the SMAW and 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 your own jobs, stringing their own welding leads, building fireboxes in prep for welding, etc.