SUMMARY Tube - Capable of certifying on multi-process tubes being proficient in SMAW, GTAW and GMAW welding processes. May require x-ray qualities. Lays out, aligns and welds fabricated, cast and forged components to assemble structural forms such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, buildings and pipe, according to blueprints and metallurgy. RESPONSIBILITIES - Selects type and size of pipe or other related materials and equipment according to specifications. - Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques. - May be required to use Gas-Metal Arc, Flux-Cored Arc, Gas-Tungsten Arc, Submerged Arc, or Shielded Metal Arc welding processes. - Lays out, positions, aligns and fits components together in various body positions. - Bolts, clamps and welds together metal components of products such as piping systems, plate, pipe and tube or structural shapes, using arc and arc gas welding equipment. May weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead position. May tack weld assemblies together. - Connects cable from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope and pulse as specified by procedure or supervisor. - Obtains specified electrode and inserts electrode into portable holder or threads consumable electrode wire through portable welding gun. - Starts power supply to produce electric current. - Strikes arc which generates heat to melt and deposit metal from electrode to work piece and join edges of work piece. - Manually guides electrode or gun along weld-line, maintaining length of arc and speed and movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead, as judged from color of metal, sound of weld, and size of molten puddle. - May manually apply filler rod to supply weld metal. - May clean or degrease weld joint or workplace, using wire brush, portable grinder, or chemical bath. - May repair broken or cracked parts and fill holes. - May remove excess weld, defective weld material, slag and spatter, using carbon arc gouge, hand scrapper, grinder or power chipper. - May preheat work piece, using hand torch or heating furnace. - May cut metal plates or structural shapes. - Examines weld for bead size and other specifications. - Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies. - May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of materials and work pieces during installation. - Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment. - Assists other mechanics as needed. - Respiratory protection is common and may be required. - Required to pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards. Performs only procedures certified in. - Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
See More Details >>Blatter is looking for a 3G and 4G, AWS certified welder to help us build. A DAY IN THE LIFE • Fabricates and welds steel components and repairs on heavy equipment with welding equipment as specified by layouts, drawings or specific needs. • Troubleshoots mechanical and installation problems that supervisors are experiencing and fabricates custom tools/components to resolve construction problem; or locates an outside vendor to fabricate the necessary tools/components. WHAT YOU’LL NEED • High School diploma or GED equivalent; or equivalent combinations of training and experience • Welding certificate usually obtained through a 2-year welding program or a minimum of 5 years of welding and metal fabrication experience. • Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol screen • Willingness to travel and relocate to the job site (100% travel) WHAT WILL SET YOU APART • Construction experience/previous assembly experience in the solar industry • Prefer advanced knowledge of work methods, techniques, materials and tools used in metal fabrication and welding. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU • *All full-time, non-union employees are eligible for the following benefits (including full-time interns; part-time interns are excluded) • 100% employer-paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees • 100% employer-paid dental insurance premiums • 401(k) with company match • Vision insurance • Education assistance (tuition reimbursement) • Employee/family focused culture • And more! Pay Range: $25.00 - 30.00 per hour; per diem based on eligibility Individual compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity and by specific location in alignment with applicable pay laws and regulations. Compensation is just one factor of our overall benefits package. WHO ARE WE? Blattner Company is a leading renewable energy contractor and service provider with utility scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the United States. Based at our headquarters in Avon, Minnesota, we are powered by over a century of construction experience and passionate, innovative employees. Be a part of something bigger and join the Blattner team – Leading America to a clean energy future! Blattner is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Blattner will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Blattner is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions. Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wishes to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Blattner prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.
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. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, depending on the level of certification. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a need for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029. Welders in Enid, OK, earn an average of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $50,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and welding associations help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
