Certified Welder

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main's 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure.

Job Summary

Responsible for permanently joining metal parts using high heat application to form a permanent bond. May specialize in one of hundreds of different processes of welding to join metals together. Will use automatic or semi-automatic machines and related equipment in a continuous production/processing operation. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities And Key Accountabilities

• Hand welds various fittings to different sizes of pipes and welding joints.
• Interprets application job sheets and various sizes of welding fittings.
• Analyzes all welds to ensure they are free of porosity and discontinuities.
• Ensures all welds are visibly stamped or identified with markings to designate that welds were performed by a certified welder.
• Reviews the order ticket and determines whether the work to be performed meets the customer's specifications.
• Verifies the final product meets quality control standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified pressure pipe welder
• Experience in full pen welds and pipe fitting welds
• Ability to qualify and maintain all shop weld procedures
• Familiarity with API 1104 or ASME Section IX.

Career Level Dimensions

Typical Training/Experience: HS Diploma or GED, strongly preferred. 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Problem Complexity: Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor.

Autonomy: Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment. Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and/or supervisor.

Environmental Job Requirements

Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs in a physical environment.

Pay

$19.23 - $27.48 per hour