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PIPE WELDER JOURNEYMAN
Job Summary
Welds a variety of metal surfaces or pipe using various types of welding equipment. Welds shell plating, fabricated cast or forged components according to specifications for vessels, tanks or other structural assemblies. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.
Qualification Standards
- Three years of experience in welding, knowledge of welding procedures, and various types of welding equipment, proficient in flat, vertical, overhead, and horizontal arc, SMAW and flux-core, tig welding, and air arc skills.
- Must pass hands-on plate test in all positions and pipe test on 6G restricted fix position using FCAW and GTAW processes.
- Must be certified to operate high-reaching equipment.
- Must have ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and be available to work any shift.
- Must comprehend written and verbal instructions (in English).
- Must be able to hear warning signals, read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings.
Essential Job Tasks
- Set up tools, welding equipment and supplies at job site
- Burns pipe or penetrations.
- Tacks and welds pipe.
- Cleans weld area; sweeps and removes scrap.
- Other job duties as may be assigned relevant to the trade.
Materials, Tools Equipment, Work Aids
Welding leads, welding machinery, ventilation hose, tool bag, ladder, grinders, mini grid, burning leads, cutting torches, chipping hammers, welding stingers, and personal protective equipment.
Physical/Mental Involvement
Frequent to continuous lifting of welding equipment. Standing, balancing, walking, climbing ladders or equipment, reaching above shoulder or out in front, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, seeing, hearing and occasionally lowering self into confined spaces, crawling through small openings and working in reclined positions, as needed. Works in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships. Hearing warning signals, reading, and comprehending safety instructions. Must be able to maintain general safety awareness and avoid hazards commonly present in employee’s work area.
Marginal Job Tasks
General housekeeping in work areas. May be required to attend safety, quality and/or process improvement meetings.
Environmental Factors
Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, gases, various climates and temperatures, and low ventilation conditions, all of which can cause discomfort and/or respiratory difficulties. Exposure to constantly moving machines, mechanical parts, and high levels of constant noise.
FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION PLEASE CONTACT ALLIE OR ADRIAN @ 619-358-9850 or 619-639-7035
Nationwide Skilled Trades is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.
"Consider it Done" with Nationwide Skilled Trades! Nationwide Skilled Trades has over 31 years+ of experience serving the Shipyard, Construction and Light Industrial industry nationwide and are experts in recruiting, testing and training our employees. We provide staffing and management support for a wide variety of projects, across the nation.
About Nationwide Skilled Trades, Inc.
Nationwide Skilled Trades is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high performing talent who are passionate in what they do. Our employees are the driving force behind our success and reputation for providing top talent amongst skilled tradesmen and tradeswomen to the clients that we serve. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering commitment to ethics and values.
About Nationwide Skilled Trades, Inc.:
Nationwide Skilled Trades is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high performing talent who are passionate in what they do. Our employees are the driving force behind our success and reputation for providing top talent amongst skilled tradesmen and tradeswomen to the clients that we serve. Fundamental to our culture, is an unwavering commitment to ethics and values.
