Pipe Welder

Pipe Welder

Normal work shifts: 7:00am – 3:30pm

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pipe welders must be able to pass a 6G SMAW weld test and have experience within the pipe welding field (unless enrolled in our mentoring program). Individuals should possess basic knowledge within the field and will be required to assist with maintaining tools and equipment and perform various cleanup and housekeeping activities.

Welders with certifications and/or have completed accredited technical programs will be considered even if the years of experience have not yet been obtained.

We currently have positions open both on the road and inhouse depending on the qualifications of the applicant. We prefer to have new hires in our shop for the first few weeks to make sure they are adequately equipped for road work (if seeking road work).

· Read and interpret schematic drawings to determine work procedures and to ensure the proper placement and alignment of materials.

· Read and interpret weld procedures

· Application of basic math skills, (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals)

· Appropriately use mechanical charts, conversion tables, and other charts used in the welding industry.

· Ability to use pipe saws, cutting torch, wire brushes, grinders, & multiple types of welding machines

· Joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques.

· Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.

· Lay-out, and align piping components to assemble structural forms

· Inspects completed welds for bead size and to determine structural soundness.

· Knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.

· May use Gas-Metal Arc (GMAW), Flux-Cored Arc (FCAW), Gas-Tungsten Arc (GTAW), Submerged Arc (SAW), or Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW/MMA) welding processes.

· Will weld in 1G to 6G positions

· Ability to work within precise limits/standards of accuracy

· Ability to work at various heights

· Moves equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks. (BSP Internal Training)

· Must be willing to help maintain a clean, safe and organized work atmosphere and job site

· 40 hours per week minimum

· Must have own hand tools.