Basic FunctionHF Sinclair located in Artesia, NM is seeking a #1 Welder.(The Company reserves the right to hire a #2 in the event that a #1 is not available) The schedule is Monday thru Friday. Overtime as well as weekend on-call rotation is required. Job DutiesWelder must be knowledgeable in piping layout, fabrication, and use of plasma and air arc cutting machines. Other duties required will be pipefitting, and in general any duties required to support and contribute to an efficient maintenance organization.Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretionExperienceCandidates must demonstrate a working knowledge of welding skills and must satisfactorily complete certification on the following procedures: Carbon Steel SMAW (manual stick rod), Low Alloy GTAW (heli-arc), Stainless Steel GTAW (heli-arc). Test results will be based on 100% radiography to B31.3 Severe.Education LevelA minimum of a High School degree or equivalent is required.Required SkillsGood verbal/written communication, computer literate, good mathematical & problem solving skills, ability to read & interpret various instructions, procedures, rules, and regulations. Must have the ability to enter manways on towers, work in high places, and around high temperatures. Perform work of consistent quality and visual acuity (including color, depth perception, and field of vision). Team player, self starter, independent worker, good time management and analytical skills and priority setting ability.Work ConditionsField basedBenefitsHF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:Medical InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsurancePaid Time-Off401(k) Retirement Plan with matchEducational ReimbursementParental Bonding TimeEmployee DiscountsWe are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally.Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.Physical RequirementsMust be flexible to changing schedule. Must be willing to work overtime as needed. Able to work rotating 12-hour shift schedules. Able to work in adverse weather conditions. Must be able to grip, hold, operate various power tools and make precise hand and finger movements. Able to lift up to 50 pounds. Able to lift, carry, climb, walk, stand, stoop, kneel, push, reach, climb stairs and ladders and have a sense of balance. Able to hear alarms, emergency horns and make visual inspections. Able to wear and utilize negative and positive pressure breathing apparatus.Our One HF Sinclair Culture:At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization.We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.About HF Sinclair CorporationHF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.Equal Opportunity EmployerHF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.
See More Details >>About the position Responsibilities • Uses spot welding gun or hand, electric, or gas welding equipment to weld or tack weld pieces together. • Unites pipes from torch to tanks of oxygen and fuel gas and turns valves to release mixture. • Reaches expected temperature, size, and color of flame by burning torch and adjusting flow of gas and air. • Preheats work pieces for the preparation of welding or curving, using torch. • Fills holes or corrects mistakes in lead pieces and makes bulges thin and curves in metal work pieces. • Checks the weakness of work pieces and measures work pieces with straightedge or template to ensure the piece meets specifications. • Climbs up ladders or works on scaffolds to take apart textures. • Gives signal to crane operator to lift large work pieces. • Uses thermal-cutting equipment such as flame-cutting torch or plasma-arc equipment to dismount metal assemblies or cut scrap metal. • Uses hoist, crane, wire and banding machine, or hand tools to place and protect work pieces. • Chooses place of weld based on type, thickness, area, and expected temperature of metal. • Instructs and brings flame or electrodes on or across work piece to straighten, curve, dissolve, or develop metal. • Joins pieces together, covers up taut points, and adds metal to develop parts. Requirements • 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience.
See More Details >>Job Description: • Perform welding inspections and quality assessments in line with project specifications and industry standards. • Verify adherence to approved procedures, materials, and equipment used for welding activities. • Monitor welder qualifications and performance to ensure consistent quality in welding operations. • Conduct visual, dimensional, and non-destructive testing (NDT) as required to assess weld quality and integrity. • Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting weld quality, non-conformances, and corrective actions taken. • Participate in weld procedure qualification and welding performance qualification tests as part of project quality assurance.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Artesia, NM, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing both practical skills and industry certifications. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a nationwide demand of approximately 320,500 new welders by 2029, with Artesia, NM, experiencing steady growth in the welding sector. Welders in Artesia earn an average of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $50,000 annually. Training programs, apprenticeships, and industry certifications are available through local trade schools and welding associations, offering a pathway to a lucrative career with strong job prospects.
