Combo Welder 1

Position Summary JOB DESCRIPTION A Combination Welder will weld, fabricate and assist pipe fitters in installation of varying types of industrial pipe into the projects piping systems.

Qualification Highlights

• Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions.
• Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe.
• Must have current applicable welding certification with Zachry or be able to successfully pass a weld test.
• Must have 4+ years welding experience.
• Must have all required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all the tools listed below upon start date.

Position Responsibilities

• Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques.
• Layout, position, aligns, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and in various places.
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or arc gas welding equipment.
• Weld metal materials to piping systems equipment using the appropriate welding procedure for the various equipment and metal types involved.
• Identify all equipment for job and process.
• Identify all safety risks and requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to read blue prints and other engineering drawings in order to efficiently perform work.
• Me able to read and interrupt technical manuals as applicable.
• Must have 4+ years experience welding experience on industrial size and grade pipe. (Schedules: 40, 80, and 160)
• Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions.
• Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe.
• Must have thorough knowledge of various metals characteristic and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.
• Must have current applicable welding certification with Zachry or be able to successfully pass a weld test.
• Must have experience welding multiple types of pipe including but not limited to: carbon steel, stainless, and chrome.
• Must be able to assist pipe fitters in pipe installation, preparation, and fabrication while not actively welding.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work at heights as required.
• Must meet all physical demands ( see section below ).

Preferred Additional Qualification

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Previous experience in this position with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Current Zachry Certification.
• Experience working as an Industrial Pipe Fitter.
• Former experience working an a Combined-Cycle power plant construction project.

Reporting to:

• This position does not have any direct reports.

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in weathering conditions including heat conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots.

Required Tools

• 1 - Metal Tool Box with Lock
• 1 – Stinger
• 1 - Tig Rig (combo welder's only)
• 1 - Welding Hood
• 1 - Chipping Hammer
• 1 - Pair of Klein Pliers or equal
• 2 - Crescent Wrench 12" & 15"
• 1 - 25' Tape1 - File1 - 4-12lb Beater
• 1 - Torpedo Level1 - Combination Square
• 1 - Pair of Welding Gloves
• 1 - Pair of Leathers (overhead welding)
• 1 – Rain Coat
• 1 – Rubber boots

ZACHRY is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.