Maintenance Welder

Tremco Construction Products Group (CPG), part of RPM International Inc., unites industry-leading building envelope solutions manufacturers, service providers and trusted brands—including Tremco, Nudura, Dryvit, Willseal, Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. and Weatherproofing Technologies Canada—to deliver comprehensive, integrated building systems. With operations spanning North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, India and Latin America, Tremco CPG has a global presence supported by regional businesses and distributors who understand local market needs for commercial, industrial and residential construction and restoration projects.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Under limited supervision, performs skilled welding duties including Pipe Welding on Carbon and Stainless and Pipe Fitting, Plant maintenance, repair, and structural welding; performs other maintenance and repair duties, as assigned. The Maintenance Welder will be working 4-day, 10-hour schedule and on call nights, weekends, and holidays. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to understand and perform complex repair procedures while following oral and written instruction specific to the equipment being repaired.
• Able to Work 4 day/10-hour shift.
• Must have Basic Mechanical ability.
• Ability to conduct Structural welding.
• Proven ability to Pipe Welding on Carbon and Stainless.
• Pipe Fitting.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, catwalks, or high lifts.
• Develops a full understanding of chemical hazards specific to area assigned to, including knowledge of required PPE for each job. 
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, layouts, drawings, and/or specifications.
• Work in plant, and shop environment.
• Develops a full understanding of material identification code system, including hazard identification numbering for repair jobs that require clearing of equipment in such service.
• Must develop a basic understanding of the function of plant auxiliary equipment, including the fire protection system, boiler, heaters, air compressor, waste handling and emission control devices. This includes specific tests or preventive maintenance procedures required for all equipment. 
• Develops a basic understanding of bulk tank systems. This includes a numbering system and location tank tables, level measuring systems and transfer pumps for repairing such systems. 
• Must develop a full understanding of the plant waste handling systems. This includes sumps operation, holding tanks, separation, and transfer equipment for repairing such systems. 
• Work with internal costumers to provide support for small projects; troubleshoot problems using operational procedures and products to eliminate downtime.
• Help to maintain records on equipment to build history to track equipment service and replacement requirements.
• Assist in training of less skilled mechanics.
• Adhere to all company quality, safety, security, health and environmental requirements and policies.
• Work with and/or supervise projects using outside contractor.
• Perform all work according to Tremco CPG quality, emergency, and safety procedures.
• Assist with Housekeeping.
• Adhere to fire watch responsibilities.
• LOTO/Safe use of hand power tools.
• Understand line break permits, burning & welding permits.
• Observe and understand TPM project.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: 

• High School Diploma/GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

• 3 or more years of experience in mechanical field.
• Experienced in installation, maintenance, troubleshooting plant issues.

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good analytical skills and attention to detail with ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and manuals.
• No immigration sponsorship offered.
• Basic safety training such as Right to Know, Hazmat, Hazwoper.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, squat down, and reach above your head.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to use a respirator.
• Ability to work from heights and wear fall protection if necessary.
• Ability to enter and work within a confined space.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 3 or more years of experience in a chemical plant environment.
• Formal Craft training or NCCER preferred.
• TCEQ licensed for wastewater treatment and water well operation.
• Experienced working on jobs alone or with minimum supervision.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of measurement instrumentation, pumps, and mixers. 
• College degree or certification.