Tank Builder / Welder (Nationwide)

About the role

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a nationwide tank construction company headquartered in Braddock, Pennsylvania. With over 190 employees and branches in Texas, California, Kentucky, and Hawaii, PTS specializes in above-ground metal storage tanks and related structures. The company serves various industries including petroleum, power, chemical, and renewable fuels.

Responsibilities

• 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).
• 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.
• Utilizing 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 understanding 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 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 education.
• 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.
• 401(k) with company match.
• A supportive culture of teamwork, learning, and development.

To Apply

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