Industrial Gas Pipe Welder

For over 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling, and car wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and distribution of fuels and critical fluids. OPW makes above-ground and below-ground products for both conventional, vapour recovery, and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and car wash systems.

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SUMMARY:

Performing work involving the skills of three or more maintenance or craft occupations responsible for repairing low temperature, high-pressure cryogenic and Industrial Gas equipment at customers’ sites in adverse outdoor conditions. Individual will be part of a service team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following; however, other duties may be assigned.

• Based on mechanical/technical knowledge of Industrial Gas equipment, install, assemble, troubleshoot, fit, test, recondition and repair parts and components using precision tools and equipment
• As necessary, communicate with customers regarding progress of projects
• Complete and maintain detailed records of repairs and all work performed using computer system
• Individual must have a valid driver’s license, drive to customers with possible overnight hotel stays, sometimes requiring air travel
• If employee is required to drive a vehicle over 10,001 pounds they will be required to take a DOT Medical Exam

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS:

• Must have HS diploma/GED;
• Mathematics and PC skills required;
• Ability to read, interpret and work with complex parts and assembly drawings;
• Must be able to use precision measuring tools and equipment;
• Verbal and interpersonal skills required to interface with customers;
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to be insured as a driver under the company’s driver insurance policy;
• Must be capable of completing tasks unassisted at customer locations;
• Frequent nationwide travel required via car and air; length of assignment will vary from 1 to 2+ weeks.

CRAFTS OR SKILLS TO QUALIFY: (Requires 3 to Qualify)

• 5 to 8 years of TIG welding experience or certified TIG Pipe Welder directly from school. Must be able to TIG weld a range of pipe from 1/4” to 6” stainless and carbon steel and pass a certification test;
• Must be able to braze a range of tubes from ¼” to 2” copper, brass and stainless, as well as pass a certification test;
• 5 to 8 years of cryogenic/Industrial Gas experience;
• Proficiency with crane and rigging experience specific to cryogenic and Industrial Gas equipment;
• Proficiency related to hands-on experience testing and repairing electrical devices and installations, (needs to have Industrial Gas experience with this qualification);
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, address priorities, and direct coworkers;
• Proficiency related to vacuum work and mass spectrometer applications.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Work performed is outdoors in varying and potentially adverse conditions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• TIG welding: 2-3 years (Required)
• Brazing: 1 years
• Crane/Rigging:

Willingness to travel:

• 70% (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Industrial Gas Pipe Welding: 5 years (Preferred)
• Cryogenics Welding: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Spring, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road