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Tank Builder / Welder (Nationwide)

Phillips Tank & Structure · Lexington, KY · 1 mo ago
On-siteEducationFull-time

About the role

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a nationwide tank construction company headquartered in Braddock, Pennsylvania, with branches in Texas, California, Kentucky, and Hawaii. We specialize in designing, engineering, repairing, and constructing above-ground metal storage tanks and related structures.

Day to Day Duties

  • Performing arc and torch cutting and gouging.
  • Using generators, compressors, tuggers, blowers, grinders, and other power and air tools.
  • Maintaining welding skills with 7018, 7024, and 6010 stick (SMAW), flux core (FCAW), and submerged arc automatic machines (3 o'clock and "goat"/tractor).
  • Lifting and moving materials using come-alongs, hydraulic jacks, hoists, air bags, winches, and other lifting equipment.
  • Operating tank shell buggies, tank scaffolding, tank ladders, and other specialty equipment.
  • Conducting vacuum box tests, oil tests, dye penetrant tests, and other non-destructive quality examinations.
  • Using gas monitors, fresh air kits, respirators, emergency rescue kits, and other safety equipment.
  • Operating forklifts, man lifts, boom lifts, and other large lifting equipment.
  • Reading and interpreting detailed erection and fabrication drawings.
  • Planning the sequence and methods of fitting up, welding, repairing, and constructing tanks.
  • Completing job safety analysis, safety audits, site-specific training, and other safety training.
  • Fulfilling other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Excellent communication and organization skills.
  • The ability to solve problems and suggest improvements to our systems.
  • Average attendance and punctuality.
  • A willingness to learn.
  • An age of at least 18 years.
  • The ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Eligibility to work in the United States.
  • The willingness to authorize background checks.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • The willingness to authorize motor vehicle driving record checks.
  • The willingness to submit to pre-hire, random, and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
  • Ability to weld (a plus).

Benefits

Competitive Pay with annual reviews
Health, Dental and Vision insurance
401k with company match
Great culture of teamwork, learning and development.

To Apply

If interested, complete the job application from our website at www.phillipstank.com/careers. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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