VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America. Waste Services VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration. Railcar Services VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance. Marine Services VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products. Requirements: The Repair Field welder will perform duties in a safe manner, to include, but not limited to various barge repairs and welding as determined from inspections. Is safety minded and pushes safety throughout the shop. Ensures all employees are compliant with all safety rules, procedures, and regulations. Is a qualified welder per VLS welding procedures. Able to set welding machine for proper use and welds in all positions. Fits and fabricates materials for cars or special projects. Completes welding on critical jobs such as tank shell material, draft sill, and tank attachments. Is qualified to weld barge inserts or cracks and all welds shall consistently pass USCG regulations. Shows ability to supervise and assist in directing employees and workflow. Continuously completes tasks in the specified amount of time. Assist supervisor and/or leadmen in training and direction of assigned subordinates. Instructs others in welding techniques and safety. Completes welding requirements on critical jobs such as center filler, center sill and draft sill. Examines welding for bead size and other specifications. Cleans or degreases welding joint or workpiece. Repairs broken or cracked parts and fills holes. Prepares broken parts for welding by grooving or scarfing surfaces. Chips off excess weld, slag, and spatter. Understands and complies with all safety regulations. Has a basic understanding of the USCG regulations, customer requirements and VLS requirements as the pertain to repairs for Barges. Has the ability to travel to all Marine locations. Req Benefits: At VLS our employees are the core of our business. As such, we value our employees' physical, mental, and financial wellbeing by providing first class, high value benefits and resources that are centered around a proper work-life balance. Physical and Mental Wellbeing: VLS is committed to supporting our employees' physical and mental health by providing: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Based on each employee's need, we offer various high quality, low-premium medical, dental and vision plans, which include our first-in-class concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD Offering. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) - Set aside pre-tax money to use toward your health care spending. VLS provides an employer contribution to all HSA accounts. Time Off - We offer 11 (eleven) company-paid holidays, in addition to our paid time off and voluntary time off plans. Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 assistance and counseling services that are 100% confidential and free to all employees and their dependents. Telemedicine - All employees and dependents receive free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, any day...including holidays! Financial and Retirement Planning: At VLS we offer the following to assist our employees with planning around their finances and saving for retirement: 401(k) - Generous 401(k) matching program after 90 days of employment. VLS will match up to 5% of your pay every pay period. Matching contributions are 100% vested immediately. Life and Disability Insurance - Employer-paid life insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage provided to all full-time employees. Voluntary Life Protection Plans - Employees and their dependents can elect coverage in our voluntary life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident plans. Rewards and Recognition Programs - We celebrate our employees! From birthdays to anniversaries and other various milestones/achievements, we have programs in place to recognize our employees. Financial Planning - Free One on One financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach. Employee Discount - Employee Discount Program for savings on everyday goods and services at various retailers throughout the US.
See More Details >>SUMMARY 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. 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 O Occasionally (0-33%) F Frequently (34-66%) C Constantly (67-100%) 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. 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.
See More Details >>Location: Port Arthur, Texas Pay Range: you must have 5 years of pipe welding experience & MUST BE ABLE TO PASS: Testing:2” super coupon 6G Tig all the way out and a 2” super coupon 6G Mig root /Flux fill and cap Shift: 1st (6:15AM - 4:45 PM, Monday- Thursday, 10 hours) Job Description: • Assemble pipe components by tacking them in place prior to welding. • Confirming squareness of all joints fit-up. • Confirming configuration of all joints fit-up. • Confirming pipe joints are aligned properly (taper bore if necessary). • Confirming pipe spool is built according to the isometric drawings (center to center or center to end dimensions). • Verify correct length, material, type, and grade of pipe and fittings prior to tacking. • Retrieve material and make sure they correspond with parts list. • Lifting pipe with crane to fit-up bench. • This job involves a variety of other jobs such as welding, cutting, grinding, measurement, and layout. • Weld joints. • Grind out temporary tacks. • Position pieces to be welded. Purges pipe to be welded. • Records filler rod heat numbers. • Identifies his own welds by etching a weld number next to the joint. • Inspects weld after and makes any corrections if needed. • Keep work area clean and organized to prevent slips and trips. • Conducts work safely and follows all safety procedures. Rejects work that is not safe and discusses the situation with supervisor. Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: • Minimum 5 years on-the-job welding experience • Ability to pass X-Ray and weld multiple processes. • Ability to MIG root with down-hill progression/Flux core fill and cap with up-hill progression (6” diameter). • TIG out with all passes being up-hill progression. • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percent, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Other Requirements/ Key Competencies: • Team player • Attention to detail • Good verbal and written communication skills • Reliable • Mechanical ability and likes to work with their hands • Good work ethics • Pride in workmanship • Be able to use construction calculator • Willingness to learn • Must be a hard worker and physically fit as this can be a very physically demanding job. Equipment Used: • Hand tools (e.g. hammer, screwdriver) • Power tools (e.g. saws, welder, drill, grinders) • Vehicles (e.g. automobile, truck, tractor, lift) Personal Protective Equipment Required: • Steel Toe Work Boots • Hearing Protection • Safety Eyeglasses • Welding Coat • Respirator • Other PPE's (e.g. gloves, long pants, welding hood, and grinding shield) Safety: All TEAM employees are required to follow all of TEAM's safety policies and procedures for their safety and the safety of others. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. #hc168022
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Port Arthur, TX, often begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with technical training, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four years, requiring extensive training under experienced welders. According to the American Welding Society, there are 402,333 welders nationwide, with a significant presence in Texas, and the industry projects a 2-3% job growth annually. Apprentices in Texas earn an average of $580 per week, with experienced welders often surpassing $78,000 annually. Vocational schools, welding unions, and platforms like LinkedIn help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
