Welder Helper

Frontier Environmental; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled welder to join their team. In this role, you will ensure safety is prioritized while performing welding tasks in the Oil & Gas industry. Your responsibilities will include managing tools and supplies, setting up equipment, and maintaining a clean work area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pipe welding and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. This position offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401-k with company match

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of welding experience in the Oil & Gas industry required.
• High School Diploma or GED required, with substitutions possible.

Responsibilities

• Model and promote good safety practices, ensuring safety is never compromised.
• Set up equipment and tools needed for daily work assignments.

Skills

Welding experience

Pipe welding skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Pipe beveling equipment

Grinders

Job description

What you get:

• Employment with a strong company where safety is #1
• Competitive wages
• Great benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401-k with company match

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year of welding experience in the Oil & Gas industry required.
• High School Diploma or GED required. Demonstrated related experience may be substituted for preferred education.
• Must pass drug screening and criminal background check.

What you'll do:

• Model and promote good safety practices. Ensure safety is never compromised.
• Keep welding tools and supplies stocked, clean and organized.
• Set up of equipment, tools and materials needed to complete daily work assignments.
• Clean up work area and tools following completion of work.
• Cut material for fabrication using hand torches and pipe beveling equipment.
• Use grinders to clean pipe ends to be welded and to clean welds throughout the welding process. Demonstrate workmanship and maintain grind within weld groove.
• Assist in the fit of pipe joints using pipe clamps, squares, tape measures and levels to assure proper pipe assembly.
• Properly ventilate work area.
• Perform other duties including preparing the worksite and reducing or eliminating obstructions.

To be successful you will need to be:

• Knowledgeable in pipe welding skills and processes.
• Skilled at using welding equipment for cutting and hand tools and power tools.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other employees.
• Able to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Work schedule is Monday - Friday with Saturdays as required.
• Indoor and outdoor work in all types of weather. Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, mists, odors and vibrations. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Exert more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or more than 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be able to see, hear, talk and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity; Climb, kneel, stand, walk crouch, stoop, reach, pull, push and other similar tasks requiring physical activity.