Combo Welder 3

About the Role

A Combination Welder will weld, fabricate, and assist pipe fitters in the installation of varying types of industrial pipe, including pipe supports, racks, and other materials into piping systems.

Responsibilities

• Select equipment and plan layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.
• Layout, position, align, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and locations.
• Bolt, clamp, and tack-weld parts to secure in position for welding.
• Set up equipment and weld 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 the job and process.
• Identify all safety risks and requirements.
• Assist pipe fitters in pipe installation, preparation, and fabrication while not actively welding.

Requirements

• Must be able to read blueprints and other engineering drawings to efficiently perform work.
• Must be able to read and interpret technical manuals as applicable.
• 4+ years of welding experience on industrial-size and grade pipe (Schedules: 40, 80, and 160).
• Ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions.
• Ability to Stick and TIG weld on pipe.
• Ability to make weld repairs to pipe.
• Thorough knowledge of various metals' characteristics and qualities, including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.
• Current applicable welding certification with Zachry or ability to successfully pass a weld test.
• Experience welding multiple types of pipe, including but not limited to: carbon steel, stainless, and chrome.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work at heights as required.
• Must meet all physical demands (see Physical Requirements section).

Preferred 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 Chemical plant construction project.

Physical Requirements

• Adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting, and lifting.
• Communicate by talking and hearing.
• 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 platforms using appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in weathering conditions, including heat, while wearing appropriate PPE.
• 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.

Tools Required

Must have all required tools listed below upon start date.