Welder II

Crowder Construction Co; Hayne Station (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

HSA/FSA

Wellness program

401k plan

Life/AD&D insurance

Vacation leave

Education assistance

Career training

Job summary

Crowder Construction Co. is seeking skilled welders for diverse structural projects across the Southeast, including bridges and heavy civil works. The role involves welding, brazing, and cutting, with strict adherence to safety requirements and shop procedures.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of welding experience, be able to read blueprints, pass multiple welding tests, and maintain physical stamina. High school diploma or equivalent is required; technical training is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of welding experience in structural steel, piping, and plate.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Must pass welding tests in multiple processes and positions as directed by QA/QC and supervisors.
• Physical stamina and strength are required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a 2-year technical degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety requirements and PPE.
• Pass welding tests as directed by supervisors.
• Set up welding equipment per procedures.
• Read blueprints and welding procedures for weld types and post-weld heat treatment.
• Move material using heavy handling equipment.
• Assist Quality Control with records of work performed.

Skills

Welding skills

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

2-year technical degree

Job description

Since 1947, Crowder has built a legacy of success in the construction industry. We work throughout the Southeast on heavy construction infrastructure projects ranging from bridges, dams, water and wastewater treatment facilities, power plants and other energy facilities. We are a general contractor who self performs civil, electrical and mechanical trades on both traditional and more complex alternative delivery projects.

As a family and employee-owned company, it is the spirit of not only doing the right things, but doing things the right way that is the true legacy of our founders and our people. Crowder is Building America and Proud of It as reflected in our Mission Statement:

We are dedicated to superior performance and committed to making a positive difference for our clients, for our communities, and in the lives of our employees.

CROWDER IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)
All Qualified Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Crowder is a Drug Free Workplace and E-Verify Employer

REQUIREMENTS: ALL Applicants must be:

• 18 years of Age
• Able to Pass a Drug Test
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US
• Additional Requirements for Craftworkers:
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from jobsite every work day (driver's license not required)
  • Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools)
  • May be expected to travel where the project requires (multi-state opportunities)

Duties:

• Adhere to all Company Safety Requirements/Procedures (e.g. constant use of personal protective equipment, PPE)
• Must successfully pass multiple welding test using various welding processes on multiple materials and in multiple positions as directed by the Shop QA / QC Inspector / CWI and Shop Supervisor or Shop Manager.
• Willing to be involved in cost reduction projects and corrective actions as directed by the Shop Supervisor or Shop Manager.
• Works from shop drawings, blueprints, sketches, work orders, and verbal instructions from the Shop Supervisor or Shop Manager.
• Set up welding equipment for production welding utilizing welding procedure(s) as directed by the Shop Work Order & Shop Supervisor or Shop Manager.
• Responsible for assuring all welding equipment is properly taken care of and maintained.
• Perform any combination of duties in welding, brazing, and thermal and arc cutting activities.
• Reads and understands blueprints & welding procedures for the selection of weld types, preheat requirements, post weld heat treatment requirements, filler materials, and performs work to specified tolerances.
• Ensure that work areas are always clean and orderly.
• Assist Quality Control with keeping neat and orderly records on work preformed and repairs made.
• Visually examine welds for defects to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Move material in and out of fabrication areas using heavy material handling equipment.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• Adhere to all Company Safety Requirements/Procedures (e.g. constant use of personal protective equipment, PPE) and understand all Safety & Shop Procedures.
• Requires 3-5 years of related experience in welding of structural steel, piping, & plate.
• Extensive knowledge of welding and measurement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• May be required to complete formal training in area of specialty.
• Physical stamina and strength are required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; (2) year technical degree is a plus.

Benefits:

Crowder's Mission Statement is the commitment to 'make a positive difference in the lives of our employees.' Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to achieve that goal through access to the following competitive benefits:

• Health Plans, including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Tax-Advantaged Spending Plans (HSA and FSA)
• Wellness Program with Incentives
• 401k Savings Plan
• Life/AD&D and Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Crowder YOUniversity Career-Based Training
• Educational Assistance

Benefits may vary based on position and length of employment