Welder / Fitter (ASME Code Shop)

Savannah Tank and Equipment Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay

Strong overtime opportunities

Job summary

Savannah Tank and Equipment Corporation in Savannah, Georgia, is seeking skilled welder/fitters to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of welding experience, strong Flux-Core and TIG skills, and the ability to read blueprints. This position offers a competitive hourly wage based on experience, with strong overtime opportunities, health insurance, and a 401(k) match. Relocation assistance is also available for moves over 250 miles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of welding and fabrication experience required.
• Solid Flux-Core/MIG and TIG skills in carbon and stainless steel are essential.
• Ability to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and welding symbols is necessary.
• Strong fit-up skills including layout, bevel prep, and tacking are required.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs and pass a hands-on weld test.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Perform precision layout, bevel prep, fit-up, and take ownership of joints.
• Operate fabrication tools while adhering to quality standards.

Skills

Flux-Core/MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Strong fit-up skills

Solid math fundamentals

Tools

Grinders

Oxy-acetylene torches

Plasma cutters

Precision layout instruments

Job description

Savannah Tank & Equipment Corp is a dedicated ASME code shop. For more than 30 years, we’ve built ASME Section VIII pressure vessels, API 650 storage tanks, and modular process equipment for leading companies in demanding industries—including chemical processing, water treatment, energy, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals. Our welds get x‑rayed, our vessels get stamped, and our customers come back. Recent growth has us adding 4 to 6 skilled welder/fitters to our shop floor.

Position Highlights:

• Relocation Assistance: Available for moves of 250+ miles
• High-Demand Overtime: 1.5x time-and-a-half opportunities
• Quality-Driven: True code work with stable, long-term backlogs

Pay Breakdown:

• Hourly Range: $22.00 – $35.00 / hour (Based on experience and weld test performance)
• Overtime Pay: 1.5x base rate paid after 40 hours weekly (Consistent OT opportunities available)
• Experienced Tank Builders & Welders: $28.00 – $35.00 / hour
• Development-Level Welders: $22.00 – $27.00 / hour

What You’ll Be Welding:

• ASME Section VIII pressure vessels, API 650 storage tanks, modular skids, and related components
• Materials: Primarily carbon steel and stainless steel. Alloy work (duplex, Monel, Inconel, Alloy 20) is assigned based on demonstrated experience.
• Multiple Processes: MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), Sub-Arc (SAW), and Flux Core (FCAW). TIG proficiency is critical for our pressure vessel work.
• Out-of-position work (overhead, vertical, 3G, 4G, 6G)

What You’ll Do:

• Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and welding symbols.
• Perform precision layout, bevel prep, fit-up, and tacking to exact specifications before executing the final weld‑out, taking full ownership of the joint.
• Operate fabrication tools including grinders, oxy‑acetylene torches, plasma cutters, and precision layout instruments (calipers, micrometers, angle finders, squares).
• Strictly adhere to the Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and maintain inspection‑ready quality on every weld.

What We’re Looking For (Required):

• 5+ years of welding and fabrication experience
• Solid Flux‑Core/MIG and TIG skills in carbon and stainless steel
• Ability to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and weld symbols
• Strong fit‑up skills (layout, bevel prep, tacking)
• Solid math fundamentals (fractions, decimals, angles)
• Ability to handle physical work, including lifting up to 50 lbs
• Ability to pass our hands‑on weld test (tested strictly on our WPS)
• Passing a pre‑employment drug test

Strong Plus:

• AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, or API 1104 certifications
• Prior pressure vessel or code‑stamped tank manufacturing work
• Advanced TIG and Flux Core experience
• Alloy welding experience (duplex, Monel, Inconel, Alloy 20)
• OSHA safety training

Benefits:

• Strong overtime opportunities (Current shop demand is high)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay
• Relocation assistance available for moves of 250+ miles

Savannah Tank & Equipment Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.