About the position Responsibilities • Perform TIG and MIG welding on various materials including sheet metal and piping. • Read and interpret schematics and blueprints to complete welding tasks accurately. • Ensure all welding tasks meet industry standards and project specifications. • Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Requirements • 2-4 years of experience in pipe welding. • Ability to pass TIG welding tests after a 2-week class.
See More Details >>About the position Responsibilities • Must be able to pass a 3G Weld Test • Sets-up and operate Flux core wire welding machines for the Repair Rack. • Strikes (forms) arc, manually guides electrode or gun along weld line, maintaining length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead. • Welds in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions. • Changes out consumables i.e.: gas bottles and sets to proper pressures, changes wire. • Sets welder Amps and Volts to welding specification and sets wire feeder to proper speed to the welding specification. • Self-examination of weld for bead size, proper surface finish, and compliance with specifications. • Chips off excess weld, slag, and spatter. • Identifies weld defects on pipe; identifies areas of pipe that require repair. • Positions pipe on repair rack on the rotators to facilitate the repair process. • Performs necessary preparatory work by grinding, gouging, or otherwise preparing pipe. • Compliance with all safety rules. • Maintains completion of repairs to be within or at the standard time for repairs. • Successfully passes entry and all annual weld tests. • Other duties may be assigned by management including but not limited to cross training and housekeeping. Requirements • Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. • Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. • Ability to write simple correspondence. • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization. • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. • Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. • Must be able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. • Must be able to read, write, and effectively communicate in English. Nice-to-haves • AWS Certification preferred. Benefits • Medical (PPO or HDHP options including Prescription benefits, Teledoc, and Employee Assistance Program) • Dental • Vision • 401k • Company Paid benefits of Basic Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Policies
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing hands-on experience and classroom learning. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with projections indicating a need for 320,500 new welders by 2029. In Paris, TX, welders can earn an average of $1,500 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $55,000 annually. Welding schools, community colleges, and apprenticeships offer pathways to this lucrative career, which is in high demand across various sectors including manufacturing and infrastructure development.
