About the position Responsibilities • Performs stick welding on steel natural gas lines, including downhill welds using 6010 and 7010 welding rods and uphill welds using 7018 hot rods. • Performs various construction and maintenance activities the majority of the time. • Installs pressure control fittings. • Completes steel main tie-ins, installing steel services and repair fittings. • Installs stations, farm taps and meter sets. • Performs natural gas leak investigation and detection and all installation and repair procedures of damaged service lines and plastic mains. • Sets up common Department of Transportation approved worksites. • Pinpoints and grade leaks on the natural gas distribution system. • Calibrates instruments. • Uses self-contained breathing apparatus equipment (when needed). • Completes a variety of paperwork in writing and electronic work queues. • Safely drives a company vehicle. Requirements • 0 - 12 months construction/utility experience. • Experience with common hand and power tools. • Ability to calibrate instruments and use self-contained breathing apparatus and pipe squeeze-off equipment. • Effective communication and interpersonal skills for positive customer and contractor interactions. • Basic computer and internet navigation skills. • Ability to adhere to safe working and defensive driving procedures. • Ability to work independently and as a team member within a diverse team. • Availability for overtime, as needed. • Availability for natural gas emergency response during the workday, as well as in the evenings and some weekends, when on-call. • Must be willing and able to meet a 45-minute emergency response time from the geographical center of the Chapel Hill area. • Occasional heavy lifting up to 80 lbs. independently. Nice-to-haves • 6 - 12 months of construction/utility experience. • 6 months welding experience. • Related welding experience and knowledge highly preferred. • Good mechanical aptitude. • General knowledge of pressure control and tapping/stopping procedures. • Bilingual (Spanish) candidates. Benefits • Competitive benefits. • Savings plan. • Generous time off.
See More Details >>Skilled Trades Services is currently looking for Millwrights/ Welders for the Faison, NC. MUST BE ABLE TO START 9/8 Must have over 5 years of millwright and welding experience and show it on a resume. COMBO TYPE MUST BE WILLING TO WORK HARD, GET DIRTY, SWEAT, AND NO TASK IS BELOW YOU MUST BE ABLE TO WORK EITHER DAY SHIFT OR NIGHT SHIFT/ FOREMAN WILL MAKE CHOICE OF SHIFT THIS IS A 3-4 DAYS WORTH OF WORK 10-12 HOUR SHIFTS ANYTHING AFTER 8 HOURS IS OT, ANYTHING WORKED ON WEEKENDS IS OT BACKGROUND CHECK/ DRUG SCREEN REQUIRED 8 HOURS PAID TRAINING REQUIRED BEFORE STARTING PAY IS 30 AN HOUR WITH $150 A DAY FOR DAYS WORKED PER DIEM PLEASE SEND RESUME AND ANY CERTS TO: View email address on theapplicantmanager.com
See More Details >>About SMT • We have over five decades of innovation and craftsmanship in sheet metal manufacturing. Job Description • We are seeking skilled welders who take pride in their work. Key Responsibilities • Interpret complex blueprints and welding diagrams to assemble parts and sub-assemblies to exact specifications. • Set up and operate welding, grinding, and cutting equipment while maintaining production records and documentation. • Inspect finished welds for quality and accuracy and perform additional duties as assigned.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Technical training programs last about 6 to 18 months, requiring many hours of training under experienced professionals. The American Welding Society reports approximately 771,000 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a 2-3% job growth over the next few years. Apprentices earn an average of $1,590 per week in Chapel Hill, NC, with an annual overtime average of $49,000. Trade schools, community colleges, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $69,000 annually for experienced professionals.
