Becoming a welder in Grants Pass, OR typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing hands-on skills and preparing individuals for certification exams. The American Welding Society estimates the total U.S. welding professional workforce at approximately 771,000 as of 2025, with over 402,333 welders employed nationwide. In Grants Pass, welders can earn an average of $1,880 per week, with opportunities for significant overtime pay. Vocational schools, community colleges, and welding programs help aspiring welders gain the necessary skills and credentials, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
Position: Tank Builder / Welder (Nationwide) Statement of Purpose To provide satisfying, long-term work opportunities for our dedicated employees - We believe that there is pride to be gained in performing productive work, and there should be great satisfaction in achieving results as a team. Our efforts will be spent towards continuously improving the health, strength, and quality of the company. We believe our collective success will generate value that supports our families and benefits our communities. We are currently looking to hire top field welders. Join our team and become a “tankee” traveling throughout our beautiful country! Compensation: Hourly wage based upon experience and skill set, plus per diem (to cover meals and lodging). Normal hourly wage paid for work-related travel (no overtime). Non-union. Occasional prevailing wage. Non-exempt. No PTO or paid holidays. Pay periods are weekly. Direct deposit is available. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available on the first of the month following a 30-day probationary period. Phillips Tank pays approximately 60% and employee pays 40% of medical benefit premiums. Employee pays 100% for vision and dental benefit premiums. Shift: Project work schedules vary. However, a typical work shift is daylight (10 hours per day, 5 days per week). Status: Full-time employee (subject to project availability and work schedules.) NOTE: Compensation, benefits, and other position details are subject to Phillips Tank’s policies and procedures. Day to Day Duties: • Performing arc and torch cutting and gouging. • Using generators, compressors, tuggers, blowers, grinders, and other power and air tools. • Welding plate with 7018, 7024 and 6010 stick (SMAW), flux core (FCAW), and submerged arc automatic machines (3 o’clock and “goat”/tractor). • Using come-alongs, hydraulic jacks, hoists, air bags, winches, and other lifting equipment. • Using tank shell buggies, tank scaffolding, tank ladders, and other specialty equipment. • Performing vacuum box tests, oil tests, dye penetrant tests, and other non-destructive quality examinations. • Using gas monitors, fresh air kits, respirators, emergency rescue kits, and other safety equipment. • Operating forklifts, man lifts, boom lifts, and other large lifting equipment. • Knowledge of crane operations (including rigging and signaling) • Reading detailed erection and fabrication drawings. • Planning the sequence and methods of fitting up, welding, repairing, and constructing tanks. • Completing job safety analysis, safety audits, site-specific training, and other safety training. • Follow directions and work professionally with other crew members. /li> • Other duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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