Structural Welder Journeyman

About the role

MasTec Industrial and Phoenix Industrial have served the power industry since 1947. We support utilities, developers, and municipalities with EPC services and project development expertise. We specialize in natural gas, oil, biomass, and waste-to-energy projects. Our depth of experience in utility and industrial systems, including simple and combined-cycle plants and reciprocating engines. We’re committed to delivering quality, safety, and value at every project phase, from concept to operations.

This position will be responsible for joining numerous types and configurations of metal components using one or multiple welding processes, as required by site specifications and national code requirements.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret project plans, blueprints, weld symbols, and other written instructions and diagrams to perform task at hand.
• Follow project specifications, Quality Control program documents and understand WPS (Welding Procedure Specifications).
• Perform GTAW, SMAW, FCAW, GMAW and other mixed type of welds based on project needs.
• Field install welds, including, but not limited to: Structural; duct work, hoppers, bag house’s, attachment points for Electricians, Ironworkers, and Pipefitters. Pipe including, but not limited to, Stainless steel, various types of chrome, and carbon pipe.
• Select proper fillers for welding task based on welding procedure specifications.
• Prepare welding surfaces per welding procedure to achieve proper joint detail.
• Assist pipe fitters pulling measurements to prep work area, help prep material to weld and install, as well and any other task needed to complete job.
• Work with other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision.
• Must have the ability to take direction from a higher skilled worker or foreman.
• Must have basic knowledge of the construction processes involved in heavy industrial construction.
• Communicate with Foreman regarding any problems arising, materials required, or any hazards noted.
• Ability to work different shifts and overtime as required.
• Work under production schedule pressure.
• Attain set standards of accuracy.
• Be able to perform duties in a safe manner.
• Other duties as assigned by Leadman, Foreman, or Superintendent.

Qualifications

4+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. High School Diploma or GED Certification (preferred).

Skills

• Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
• When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
• Set a personal example of safe behavior.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Add and subtract two-digit numbers, multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and ability to perform these operations using units weight measurement and volume.
• Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy and follow set procedures and standards.
• Rate information using standards that can be measured or checked work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
• Look at flat drawings, pictures, and blueprints and visualize objects in three-dimensions from plans and drawings, see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes or shadings.

Physical Demands

Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions. May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.

Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals. Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions. This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.

Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.). Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas. May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.

Schedule

This position is a Full-Time position scheduled to work typically 50 hours per week. Schedule is subject to projects requirements.

Travel

Travel required up to 90%. Position requires presence directly on the Project Site location with intermittent travel to residence of record.

Benefits

Financial Wellbeing: Compensation $34.00 / hour, commensurate with experience. Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase. 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care).

Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children. Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount. Discounted National Gym Membership Network. Employee Assistance Program.

Planning for the Unexpected: Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment. Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage. Emergency Travel Assistance Program. Group legal plan.