Combo Welder 1

Position Summary

A Combination Welder will weld, fabricate and assist pipe fitters in installation of varying types of industrial pipe into the projects piping systems.

Qualification Highlights

• Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions
• Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe
• Must have current applicable welding certification with Zachry or be able to successfully pass a weld test
• Must have 4+ years welding experience
• Must have all required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements
• Must have all the tools listed below upon start date

Position Responsibilities

• Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques
• Layout, position, aligns, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and in various places
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or arc gas welding equipment
• Weld metal materials to piping systems equipment using the appropriate welding procedure for the various equipment and metal types involved
• Identify all equipment for job and process
• Identify all safety risks and requirements

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to read blue prints and other engineering drawings in order to efficiently perform work
• Must be able to read and interpret technical manuals as applicable
• Must have 4+ years experience welding experience on industrial size and grade pipe (Schedules: 40, 80, and 160)
• Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions
• Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe
• Must have thorough knowledge of various metals characteristic and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material
• Must have current applicable welding certification with Zachry or be able to successfully pass a weld test
• Must have experience welding multiple types of pipe including but not limited to: carbon steel, stainless, and chrome
• Must be able to assist pipe fitters in pipe installation, preparation, and fabrication while not actively welding
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to work at heights as required
• Must meet all physical demands (see section below)

Preferred Additional Qualifications

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF'ed employee
• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc
• Previous experience in this position with Zachry Industrial, Inc
• Current Zachry Certification
• Experience working as an Industrial Pipe Fitter
• Former experience working on a Combined-Cycle power plant construction project

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting
• Will talk and hear to communicate
• Will 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 50lbs
• Will work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms using the appropriate fall protection requirements
• Must be able to work in weathering conditions including heat conditions while wearing appropriate PPE
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots

Required Tools

• 1 - Metal Tool Box with Lock
• 1 - Stinger
• 1 - Tig Rig (combo welder's only)
• 1 - Welding Hood
• 1 - Chipping Hammer
• 1 - Pair of Klein Pliers or equal
• 2 - Crescent Wrench 12" & 15"
• 1 - 25' Tape
• 1 - File
• 1 - 4-12lb Beater
• 1 - Torpedo Level
• 1 - Combination Square
• 1 - Pair of Welding Gloves
• 1 - Pair of Leathers (overhead welding)
• 1 - Rain Coat
• 1 - Rubber boots