Combo Pipe Welder

About the role

Primary Function: Perform welding functions per jobsite specifications, covering various welding procedures, brazing, and cutting on all types of pipe in an industrial construction environment. At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a culture of engagement, respect, collaboration and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Actively support the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values”
• Represent the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics”
• Work well with peers, supervision and the QA/QC Department
• Select equipment and plan layout and assembly of welding
• Weld pipe of all kinds, sizes and alloys by processes of ARC, SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, GAS, MIG, TIG, etc.
• Weld high- and low-pressure pipe per specifications; all welds are subject to NDE testing including visual, hydro and 100% x-ray
• Fit up pipe in some instances, as well as perform grinding when required
• Weld on structural steel, handrails, brackets, non-piping components, etc.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy
• Identify potential safety hazards and promptly implement corrective actions to eliminate or minimize risk and maintain a safe work environment
• Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience
• General knowledge of basic hand tools
• Must be able to pass Weld Test and have practical welding skill
• Must possess current certification in SMAW, GTAW and GMAW or FCAW
• Complete Matrix Service Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client / Site specific training
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active status within the required drug testing program
• Must pass background check
• Physical requirements: adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting; talk and hear to communicate; use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls and tools; may be required to lift, carry and move up to 50 lbs; work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms using appropriate fall protection; work in weathering conditions including heat while wearing appropriate PPE; wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis