Tank Welder

Description

The position involves laying out, aligning and welding fabricated, cast and forged components to assemble structural forms such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, buildings and pipe, following blueprints and metallurgy specifications.

• Select pipe size and related materials per specifications.
• Plan equipment layouts and welding procedures, applying knowledge of geometry, metal properties, and weld shrinkage.
• Perform various welding processes (GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, SAW, SMAW) in multiple positions.
• Align, position, and fit components, using bolts, clamps, and welds.
• Set up welding equipment, adjust amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse as required.
• Operate power supply and initiate arc to melt and deposit metal.
• Manually guide electrode or welding gun to achieve proper fusion, bead size, and weld quality.
• Apply filler rod, clean, degrease, and prepare weld joints; remove excess weld material and slag.
• Preheat work pieces and cut metal as needed.
• Inspect welds for bead size and specification compliance.
• Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, and equipment; assist with lifting and positioning.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules; wear respiratory protection when required.
• Apply basic mathematics, visualize 3‑D objects from drawings, and make decisions based on measurable criteria.

Requirements

Physical demands include frequent standing, climbing, balancing, bending and reaching, with constant handling, hearing, vision and feeling requirements. Lifting and carrying tasks range from 0 to 50 lb.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have prior experience in welding or a related field.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance