Welder - Carbon

POLK MECHANICAL COMPANY LLC; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

POLK MECHANICAL COMPANY LLC in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Carbon Welder to perform high-quality carbon steel welds using a range of manual processes. You will ensure proper penetration, fusion, and meeting specs for dimensions, tolerance, and strength in all welding positions.

The role requires reading blueprints and working with electrodes or filler rods, while maintaining safety and quality. You will operate on job sites and fabrications, collaborating with supervisors to solve welding

Qualifications

• Carbon steel welding with multiple processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Welding in all positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead).
• Strong attention to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Weld carbon steel components of varying sizes and thicknesses.
• Wield electrodes or filler rods based on material and position.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and work orders to plan tasks.
• Control heat input to prevent distortion and burn-through.
• Inspect welds for cracks, porosity, slag inclusions and defects.

Skills

Oxy-acetylene welding

GMAW (MIG)

SMAW (Stick)

FCAW (Flux-Cored)

Job description

Overview

As a Carbon Welder, you will be responsible for executing high-quality welds specifically on carbon steel materials using a variety of manual welding processes. Your expertise will ensure complete penetration and fusion, prevent distortion, and meet precise specifications for dimension, tolerance, and strength in all welding positions.

Responsibilities

Apply manual welding processes such as oxy-acetylene and electric arc welding (gas metal-arc, shielded metal-arc, and flux-cored arc welding) with a focus on carbon steel applicationsWeld carbon steel components of various sizes, shapes, and thicknesses, including pipe and structural elementsControl heat input and welding techniques to prevent warping or burn-throughInterpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications, and work orders to plan and lay out welding tasks accuratelySelect appropriate welding electrodes or filler rods based on carbon steel type, thickness, and welding positionPerform welds in confined or hard-to-reach areas requiring high precision and strengthEnsure welds meet specifications for dimension, tolerance, and mechanical strengthInspect completed welds to ensure they are free from defects such as cracks, porosity, and slag inclusionsCollaborate with supervisors to resolve welding challenges and ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards

Qualifications

Education: NoneExperience: Experience performing welding on carbon steel materials using multiple welding processesKnowledge, Skills, and Competencies: Knowledge of oxy-acetylene and electric arc welding processes; Ability to weld in all positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead); Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications; Understanding of welding materials, electrodes, and filler rods; Strong attention to detail and quality standards; Ability to work in confined or challenging environments; Problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate with team membersPhysical Requirements: Ability to work in office and job site environmentsWork Environment: Office and construction job site

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