Welder

Shale Pro Energy Services; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shale Pro Energy Services is seeking an experienced Welder for field and shop work in the oil and gas sector. You will perform welding, fabrication, piping assemblies, alignments, and badge inspections in industrial environments, following ASME/B31 codes and API standards.

This role requires strong geometry, precision measurement, and adherence to safety policies. Applicants should have 5+ years in oilfield construction, a valid driver’s license, ability to read ISO drawings and P&IDs, and pass

Qualifications

• Must own a suitable rig truck with welding machine and complete rig setup.
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8 and API 1104.
• Ability to pass 100% x-ray site requirements.

Responsibilities

• Attend work on schedule and without excessive absenteeism.
• Follow all safety policies and site rules.
• Assemble and install metal pipes and pipe fittings for stainless and carbon steel projects.
• Remove slag and rough spots from weld by grinding for smooth surface.
• Secure pipes to structures using clamps, brackets and hangers.
• Use metallurgy knowledge to select materials and equipment for welding projects.
• Prepare workpieces using cleaners to remove grease and rust.
• Preheat metal pipes prior to welding or bending.
• Cut and shape metal components to specifications.
• Fill holes, cracks and dents on metal pieces.
• Use micrometers and calipers to check gaps and angles.
• Read schematics, diagrams, and blueprints for layouts.
• Fabricate pipe routings to match existing systems.
• Operate welding units depositing metal to joints.
• Maintain arc length and travel speed for proper fusion.
• Weld in flat and vertical positions.
• Inspect weld bead size and specs.
• Fabricate replacement parts for equipment.

Skills

Rig truck & welding machine

ASME B31.3/B31.4/B31.8 API 1104

X-ray inspection readiness

Downhill welding

Oilfield welding experience

TIG welding

Geometric measurement

Blueprints & P&IDs

Valid driver’s license

Teamwork & self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Welder - Job Summary

Applicant must possess the skills to work safely in an industrial plant environment. All welding functions applicable to the oil & gas production and midstream industry including but not limited to; cutting, beveling, welding, preparation, clean up & repairs, field takeoff and measurement:

Responsibilities and Duties

• Attend work on the schedule established by the employer and without excessive absenteeism.
• Follow all safe work practices and abide by company and site-specific safety policies.
• Assemble and install metal pipes and pipe fittings for stainless and carbon steel projects.
• Remove slag and rough spots from weld by operating grinders or scrapers to ensure smooth working surface.
• Use clamps, brackets, and hangers to secure pipes to structures
• Employ their knowledge of metallurgy to determine materials and equipment most suitable for a welding project
• Clean and prepare workpieces using chemical solutions etc. to remove foreign matter such as grease, rust etc.
• Use heating furnaces and weed burners to preheat metal pipes prior to welding or bending
• Cut and shape metal components to set specifications using power saws, chipping knives or other hand tools
• Fill holes, cracks, and dents on metal workpieces or pipe products
• Use micrometers, calipers and other precision measuring instruments to check gap allowances, grooves or angles
• Have basic knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining weld shrinkage and welding techniques.
• Assemble metal and non-metal pipes and pipe fitting using threading machine
• Study schematics, diagrams, and blueprints in order to determine the layout of pipes
• Measure and fabricate pipe routings to match existing in-line piping systems
• Control and turn valves or regulators to adjust flames and ensure proper use of welding gas
• Wear appropriate protective gear and ensure compliance with established health/safety regulations
• Troubleshoot a piping system and conduct diagnosis to identify and fix pipe problems
• Operate manual and automated welding units and equipment by depositing metal from electrode to work piece and joins edges of work piece.
• Maintain length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
• Weld in flat and vertical planes (all position welding).
• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Fabricate new or replacement parts for company equipment.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must own a suitable rig truck with welding machine.A complete rig setup is required including all hoses, torches, tips, beveling machine, clamps, rollout wheels, etc.
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8 and API 1104.
• Ability to passes 100% x-ray site requirements.
• Downhill welding technique preferred.
• Previous welding experience in oil field in and around live process and high-pressure systems.
• Low hydrogen stick procedures mostly.
• Ability to TIG weld carbon and alloys.
• 5 + years of industrial construction/Oilfield construction/Pipeline construction preferred!
• Current/valid driver’s license
• Ability to work safely with others to achieve job goals
• Self-motivated employee that can take direction and follow daily job duties
• Read blue prints, ISO drawings, and P&IDs
• Education: High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) Preferred
• Experience –5+ years' welding experience preferred, 3 Year oilfield experience at a minimum. Must pass the prescribed weld test.
• Must have a working knowledge of various welding codes, specifications, techniques and methods