Field Service Welder/Fabricator

About the role

As a Welder/Fabricator at OTC, you will play an important role in building, repairing, and maintaining the equipment and systems that keep customers running. This position uses a variety of techniques to produce structural and piping components in accordance with drawings, specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform Stick, MIG, and TIG welding using various sizes of wire and electrodes.
• Identify and select the appropriate filler materials for each application.
• Read and accurately interpret shop sketches, blueprints, and simple to complex isometric drawings.
• Lay out, fit, and fabricate components according to drawings and specifications with minimal supervision.
• Fabricate structural components, pipe shapes, and simple to complex piping systems.
• Set up and operate electric and engine-driven welding equipment.
• Set up and operate oxy-acetylene and handheld plasma-cutting equipment.
• Operate rigging equipment and perform simple to complex rigging operations involving small and large loads.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and other mobile equipment.
• Operate overhead cranes and assist with mobile crane operations and signaling, as qualified.
• Maintain all required tools and personal welding PPE.
• Follow all company safety policies and perform work safely and productively.
• Travel to customer and job sites throughout Arizona based on business needs.
• Work extended hours when required to meet customer and operational needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of welding and fabrication experience.
• Proficiency in Stick, MIG, and TIG welding.
• Strong structural and pipe fabrication skills.
• Experience with pipe fitting, layout, and component fit-up.
• Ability to obtain AWS D1.1 certification upon hire; 6G welding qualification preferred.
• Ability to travel to job and customer sites with overnight stays ($60/day Per Diem plus room coverage).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and isometric drawings accurately.
• Experience operating overhead cranes and using mobile cranes and crane signals preferred.
• MSHA certification preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently, efficiently, and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Professional demeanor and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to meet company driving requirements, including completion of a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record review.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noise, and other potentially hazardous conditions.
• Ability to perform considerable physical activity, including lifting, pushing, and pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to wear required protective equipment and follow extensive safety precautions.

Pay

Compensation for this position ranges from $30-$38/hr, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision care coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance.
• Wellness discount and a stipend for safety shoes & glasses.
• 401(k) savings plan with an employer match of 50% on the dollar up to 6%.
• Robust referral bonuses and relocation assistance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Tuition assistance to support career growth and personal life.
• Training programs and career advancement opportunities.