Welder II

Forum Energy Technologies; Guthrie (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Energy Technologies is seeking a welding technician in Guthrie, OK. Under general supervision, you will perform welding applications and assist in diagnosing welding issues to improve throughput.

You will participate in inspections per API/ISO standards and train team members on welding procedures and tests. Responsibilities include setting up and operating RT/UT welds, repairing welds, reading drawings and WPS/PQR, and maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent diploma.
• Successful completion of welding tests and qualifications.
• 1+ year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Set-up/run RT & UT Quality Vessel Weld Processes – 2 (GMAW/FCAW).
• Set-up/run RT Quality Pipe Weld – Flat (3G).
• Set-up/run UT Quality Nozzle Welds – Flat (3G).
• Set-up/run Carbon Arc Gouging – Limited.
• Able to make any UT or RT Weld Repair.
• Clean and stamp all welds.

Skills

Welding processes

Blueprints & weld specs

Measuring devices

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent diploma

Tools

Welding gauges & measuring tools

Job description

Under general supervision, performs welding applications within one or more work teams. Performs visual and in-process inspections in accordance with API and ISO quality specifications. Helps facilitate the team in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and solving welding problems that enhance through-put within the work team. Responsible for supporting the team and team's objectives. Responsible for training team members. Required to pass periodic welding tests and qualifications in compliance with qualification procedures.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Set-up/run RT & UT Quality Vessel Weld Processes – 2 (GMAW/FCAW).
• Set-up/run RT Quality Pipe Weld – Flat (3G).
• Set-up/run UT Quality Nozzle Welds – Flat (3G).
• Set-up/run Carbon Arc Gouging – Limited.
• Able to make any UT or RT Weld Repair.
• Clean and stamp all welds.
• Set-up/run all structural non-code welds.
• Know how to run all welding equipment.
• Ability to read drawings, WPS’s/PQR’s.
• Ability to lead others and plan ahead – Fair.
• Knowledge of PT, MT, UT, RT methods.
• Ability to make correct decisions – Fair.
• Speed of accomplishing tasks – Moderate.
• Ability to work safely – Better.
• Average Percent of weld repairs - <1.0%.

Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of welding processes.
• Must have a strong understanding of how to interpret and use blueprints, welding specifications, and welding procedures.
• Must be able to use and read welding measuring devices to include but not limited to squares, levels, and tape measures.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent diploma.
• Successful completion of welding tests and qualifications.

Experience

• 1+ year of experience.

This is a safety sensitive position.

About FET
FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.
FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.
FET participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. FET participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU..

As part of our hiring process, we may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to help review and assess applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.

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