Welder/Tank Builder

Phillips Tank & Structure; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Annual pay reviews

Great culture of teamwork

Job summary

Phillips Tank & Structure, a nationwide tank construction firm, is looking for skilled workers to join their team in Kailua, Hawaii. The position involves performing welding tasks, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are adhered to.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, and a supportive team culture focused on development.

Qualifications

• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Willing to learn and adapt.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform arc and torch cutting and gouging.
• Weld plates using multiple methods.
• Plan and execute tank construction sequences.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Welding ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding machines

Forklifts

Hydraulic jacks

Job description

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a nationwide tank construction company headquartered in Braddock, Pennsylvania, with branch offices in Texas, California, Kentucky, and Hawaii. PTS designs, engineers, repairs, and constructs above‑ground metal storage tanks and related structures, including welded, bolted, and geodesic domes.

Day to Day Duties

• Perform arc and torch cutting and gouging.
• Use generators, compressors, tuggers, blowers, grinders, and other power and air tools.
• Weld plates with 7018, 7024, and 6010 stick (SMAW), flux core (FCAW), and submerged arc automatic machines (3 o’clock and “goat”/tractor).
• Operate come‑along, hydraulic jacks, hoists, air bags, winches, and other lifting equipment.
• Use tank shell buggies, tank scaffolding, tank ladders, and other specialty equipment.
• Perform vacuum box, oil, and dye penetrant tests and other non‑destructive quality examinations.
• Use gas monitors, fresh‑air kits, respirators, and emergency rescue kits.
• Operate forklifts, man lifts, boom lifts, and other large lifting equipment.
• Possess knowledge of crane operations, including rigging and signaling.
• Read detailed erection and fabrication drawings.
• Plan the sequence and methods for fitting up, welding, repairing, and constructing tanks.
• Complete job safety analyses, safety audits, site‑specific training, and other safety training.
• Follow directions and work professionally with other crew members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to solve problems and suggest improvements to systems.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to learn.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Willingness to authorize background checks.
• No criminal convictions for dishonesty, sexual misconduct, violence, or acts of terrorism.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to authorize motor vehicle driving record checks.
• Willingness to submit to pre‑hire, random, and post‑incident drug and alcohol testing.
• Welding ability is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with annual reviews.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k with company match.
• Great culture of teamwork, learning, and development.
• Team members matter.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.