Combo Welder 1

Position Summary

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.

Weld Test/Certification Required

· Certification: HBZ-206X

· Weld Test: (2) 2” Ø .625” thick pipe

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (GTAW or Tig)

Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (SMAW or Stick)

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.