Richard Construction Inc. (RCI) is currently seeking experienced Industrial Mechanical Welders and Combination Welders. Position Summary: A Combination Welder will weld, fabricate, and assist pipe fitters in installation of varying types of industrial pipe into the projects piping systems. This position will also require assisting fitters, riggers/rigging, and knowledge of process piping. Combination Welders and Mechanical Welders will also weld piping attachments, vessels, furnace shells, tanks, structural steel, or any metal that requires joining by welding processes. RCI has various levels of welder positions based on experience and skills ranked as follows: • Welder Leadman: Certified Welder with 5+ years of experience. Proficient in welding carbon steel, chromes, and stainless steel materials, of various wall thicknesses, with minimal Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) rejections. • Welder I: (Combo Welder) Certified Welder with 3+ years of experience. Welds fabricated cast, rolled, and forged components to assemble structural forms such as tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, and the pressure boundary of piping and associated piping attachments. Proficient in welding carbon steel, chromes, and stainless steel materials with various welding processes. • Welder II: Same as Welder I with 95% competency rating or greater and at least 2+ years of experience. • Welder III: AWS D1.1 structural steel Certified. Preferred minimum of 1 year industrial experience. Welds together structural metal components as specified by drawings, work orders, or oral instructions, utilizing knowledge of metallic and non-metallic materials including the specifications of the particular equipment to be used in the process. Interested in learning and qualifying in more stringent welding requirements of pressure boundary for piping, tanks, or vessels. Qualification Highlights: • Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions (at Welder II position and higher) • Must be able to Stick and TIG weld on pipe (at Welder II position and higher) • Must have current applicable welding certification with RCI or be able to pass a weld test successfully • Must have required welding experience for the welding classification • Must have all required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for position - see below • Must be able to meet all physical requirements • Must have all tools listed below upon start date • Must be able to regularly and reliably show up at the assigned job site • Must meet all safety and security requirements at the assigned job site Position Responsibilities: • Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding of pipe applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metals to be assembled, metals machining, weld shrinkage, and welding techniques • Layout, position, align, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and in various places • Bolts, clamps, and tack welds parts to secure in position for welding • Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or arc gas welding equipment • Weld metal materials to piping systems, supports, or associated equipment using the appropriate welding procedure for the various equipment and metal types involved • Identify all equipment for job and process • Identify all safety risks and requirements Preferred Additional Qualifications: • Current RCI employee • RCI former employee from a Reduction of Force (ROF) • Current RCI Welding Certification • Former experience of working with RCI • Experience working as an Industrial Pipe Fitter • Former experience working in the petrochemical industry Physical Requirements: • Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, waling, bending, squatting, sitting, and lifting • Will talk and hear to communicate effectively • Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push and pull various objects, materials, controls or tools • Will be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs in weight • Will work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms using the appropriate fall protection requirements • Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and safety toe work boots • Must be capable of working outdoors in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind, while wearing appropriate PPE. Must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day. Required Tools: • 1 - Metal Tool Box with Lock & Bolt Bag • 1 - Stinger • 1 - TIG Rig (combo welders only) • 1 - Welding Hood • 1 - Chipping Hammer • 1 - Pair of Klein Pliers or equal • 2 - Crescent Wrench 12" and 15" • 1 - 25' Tape • 1 - 32 oz. Ball Peen Hammer • 1 - Torpedo Level • 1 - Combination Square • 1 - Pair of Leathers (overhead welding) • 1 - Safety Toed Boots RCI is dedicated in providing a SAFE and Drug Free environment. RCI is a Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
See More Details >>Qualification Highlights • Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions. • Must be able to Stick, Tig, and Mig weld on Pipe. • Must have current applicable welding certification with Zachry or be able to successfully pass a weld test. • Must have 4+ years welding experience. • Must have all required knowledge, skills, and abilities. • Must be able to meet all physical requirements. • Must have all the tools listed below upon start date. Required Qualifications • Must be able to read blue prints and other engineering drawings in order to efficiently perform work. • Me able to read and interrupt technical manuals as applicable. • Must have 4+ years experience welding experience on industrial size and grade pipe. (Schedules: 40, 80, and 160) • Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions. • Must be able to Stick, Tig, and Mig weld on Pipe. • Must have thorough knowledge of various metals characteristic and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.
See More Details >>SUMMARY: Combination • Capable of certifying on multi-process pipe 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. BENEFITS: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Requirements: LONG TERM MAINTENANCE PROJECT - NO PER DIEM JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy. • Make decisions based on measurable criteria. • Apply basic mathematics to solve problems. • Plan work and select proper tools. • Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings. • Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects. QUALIFICATIONS: • May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. • Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. • Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. • Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. • Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Strength: a. Standing 50% Walking 20% Sitting 30% b. Lifting 35 lb. Carrying 35 lb. Pushing 0 ft-lb. Pulling 0 ft-lb. 2. Climbing O Balancing O 3. Stooping O Kneeling O Crouching O Crawling O Reaching C Handling C Fingering C EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS: NP Not Present; Occasionally (0-33%); F Frequently (34-66%); C Constantly (67-100%) BENEFITS: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a welder in Pasadena, TX typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with technical training, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced welders. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 40,670 welders in Texas, with an average weekly wage of $558.38 in Pasadena, TX. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like WelderUp help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
