Welder II LAV (ASME Welders)

About the Role

If you're an experienced welder who takes pride in code-quality welds, pressure vessels, and complex fabrication, this role offers work that challenges your skill - not repetitive production welding. At Calgon Carbon, our welders fabricate large ASME pressure vessels and piping systems that support critical air and water purification solutions used around the world.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support equipment assembly and reconditioning of standard products and small systems
• Perform ASME code welding on pressure vessels, piping, and structural components
• Weld using FCAW, GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, and SAW
• Work with carbon steel, stainless steel, and nickel-based alloys
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and weld procedures
• Complete ASME weld logs and quality documentation
• Pass non-destructive testing (NDT) for pressure-retaining welds
• Use overhead cranes, jib cranes, and forklifts safely
• Inspect and repair welds to meet code and quality standards

This is hands-on, high-skill welding - not light fabrication or bench work.

Weld Test & Certifications

• On-site weld test required as part of the interview process
• Test is aligned with ASME Section IX procedures
• Designed to reflect the actual work performed in the shop
• Prior ASME code welding experience is required

We believe great welders should show their skill, not just talk about it.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience welding pressure vessels or pipe (FCAW required)
• High school diploma or trade school certification (welding preferred)
• Ability to pass on-site weld qualification testing
• Ability to read basic instructions and drawings
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and documentation
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing or shop environment
• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures
• Reliable attendance and teamwork mindset

Schedule

• Monday–Friday: Day and afternoon shift rotation (details reviewed during interview)
• Overtime opportunities based on business needs

Pay & Benefits

• Starting at $29.79/hour with a structured wage progression program that provides opportunities for scheduled pay increases
• Shift Differential: Additional $3.00 per hour for qualifying shifts
• Sign-on & Retention Bonus: $500 sign-on bonus at hire and $500 after successfully completing 9 months of employment
• Tool Allowance: One-time reimbursement of up to $250 for eligible job-related tools
• Excellent benefits starting Day 1, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage
  • 401(k) with generous company match
  • Paid time off (vacation starting at 3 weeks)
  • Tuition reimbursement and learning opportunities
  • Wellness programs and employee events

About Calgon Carbon

With more than 80 years of innovation and 200+ patents, Calgon Carbon designs and manufactures activated carbon solutions used worldwide for environmental protection. Our Equipment & Assembly facility plays a key role in building and maintaining these systems.