Offshore Pipe Welder (6GR)
Gulf IslandAbout the role
Description
Main Purpose:
To perform job functions required and assigned in the fabrication of structural/piping materials per the contract/job specifications and quality assurance requirements/fitting procedures and established ISO/QC program standards. The Welder’s job duties are to properly weld structure or pipe to construct a drilling deck. This position is located Offshore in the Gulf of America, formerly known as the Gulf of Mexico.
Essential Functions:
- Set and operate welding machine for applicable welding processes
- Perform welding processes assigned for structural, pipe, and welding projects
- Pass required welding test per AWS D1.1 latest edition, ASME section IX, and API 1104
- Maintain quality of welding that can pass NDT testing procedures
- Perform welding assignments safely and efficiently, always practicing safety
- Operate appropriate hand tools (chipping hammers, grinders, etc.)
- Weld separately or in combination, using aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, carbon steel, and other alloys
- Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux according to welding chart specifications or any thickness of metals
- Determine required equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of welding techniques
- Connect and turn regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure to obtain desired flames
- Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking distortion, or expansion of the material
- Expertly welds small, medium, and large structural and pipes of various metals and alloys
- Expertly welds small, medium, and large structural items
- Be able to weld structure (beams, grating, stairways) and pipe
- Assist with building a scaffold to access all areas on structure, pipe, or deck
- Pull up leads to weld on deck
- Transport welding equipment in the yard to the work area
Benefits Offered:
- Earned Wage Access
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Safety Awards
- Company Store
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Requirements
Physical Requirements:
- Standing: This is an essential job function/physical requirement
- Walking: This is an essential job function/physical requirement
- Turning, twisting, bending, and stooping- These physical requirements are essential job functions
- Pushing and Pulling- These physical requirements are essential job functions
- Reaching, forward, and overhead are essential job functions /physical requirements
- Climbing: This is an essential job function /physical requirement
- Balancing, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, and seeing are all considered regular physical duties/requirements and would be needed/required to work in this industrial environment safely and efficiently
- Lifting - employees must lift to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds
Job Requirements:
- Must successfully demonstrate the ability to pass a practical welding test
- Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience
- Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- TWIC card
Desirable Experience, Education, and Training:
- Highschool diploma or GED.
- Experience with 6GR -FCAW welding
Tools, Equipment, and Technology:
- Welders must know and use: welding machines, man lifts, chipping & grinding equipment, cutting torches, welding leads, welding whips, and welding guns.
- All appropriate safety equipment used to perform their everyday welding duties (welding shields, goggles, hard hats, etc.)
Environmental Conditions:
- 80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors.
- Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc.
- May also be exposed to fumes (Paint, paint thinners, diesel, /or gas, etc.)
Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island
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