Welder 2

Valmet Corporation; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmet Corporation is seeking a Welder II to perform GTAW/Pulsed, GTAW/HW, GTAW and FCAW welding on valves and piping. The role requires overlay and manual pipe welding, and the ability to pass a 6G test and X-ray on ½”-6” pipe. An air-conditioned shop and multiple shifts are provided.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma with technical courses, and 5+ years of welding experience, including use of ARC 5 and Fronius cladders. Certification or potential certification is expected.

Qualifications

• High School degree required; technical courses preferred.
• Certified Welder or ability to become certified within six months.
• Minimum of 5 years welding, cutting, brazing experience.
• Minimum of 5 years using the compact cladders (ARC 5, Fronius).

Responsibilities

• Perform GTAW-Pulsed, GTAW-Hot Wire, GTAW, FCAW welding on valves and piping.
• Overlay and manual pipe welding abilities required.
• Pass 6G test and X-ray on ½”-6” pipe.
• Work in an air-conditioned shop with multiple shifts.

Skills

Welding procedures reading

6G GTAW/FCAW test

Teamwork

Self-directed

Organizational skills

Meeting deadlines

Communication skills

Read weld drawings

Education

High School diploma

Technical courses preferred

Certified Welder or ability to become certified

Tools

ARC 5

Fronius

compact cladders

Job description

Position: Welder II

Position Overview

Perform welding (GTAW-Pulsed, GTAW-Hot Wire, GTAW, FCAW) on valves and piping. Overlay and manual pipe welding abilities required. Level II Manual Pipe Welding pass GTAW, FCAW processes and be able to pass 6G test and X-ray on ½”-6” Pipe. Airconditioned shop with multiple shifts available.

Core Qualifications

• High School degree required, technical courses preferred
• Certified Welder or ability to become certified within first six months of employment
• Minimum of 5 years welding, cutting, brazing experience
• Minimum of 5 years using the compact cladders (ARC 5, Fronius)

Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to read and follow weld procedures and pass a 6 G GTAW/FCAW weld test
• Familiar with the safe operation of welding and cutting equipment and gas equipment
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment that is fast paced and demanding
• Must be self-directed, have excellent initiative and organizational skills
• Exhibits a strong ability to handle multiple demands with a sense of urgency, drive and energy
• Works well meeting multiple deadlines with the ability to deliver on time
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to read and interpret weld drawings
• May perform any other work-related functions as deemed necessary and appropriate by immediate supervisor

http://www.valmet.com

Valmet is a global technology leader serving process industries. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. In 2024, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.4 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.

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