Combination welder job description

Job Summary: Under general supervision, is required to use oxyacetylene, electric welding and heat fusion methods to perform joining operations necessary to construct and maintain either high and low pressure vessels, meter and regulator stations, pipeline or piping systems; lays out, measures, cuts, fits and otherwise prepares material for joining; performs other duties relating to the maintenance and repair of distribution piping and equipment.
This position reports to the Hermiston Oregon Office.

Minimum Qualifications: Should have a high school education or its equivalent and a minimum of six (6) months progressive experience in pipefitting work. Should have a minimum of one (1) years training and experience in welding in the gas or related utility industry; must be able to work from and complete legible construction drawings; should be familiar with the hazards involved in welding and fusing in the presence of gas vapors. Will have satisfactorily completed a course of instruction at a Cascade Natural Gas Corporation welding and fusion school. Must secure and maintain a valid first aid card. Must be able to qualify for and acquire commercial driver's license Additional Information Qualifying Tests

Welders must maintain their proficiency in oxyacetylene, arc welding and fusing. Qualification tests constitute the Company policy in maintaining this proficiency. Every welder must submit test coupons as required, and field test coupons may be taken from any welder or from any weld at any time. These must pass the qualification test which is outlined in Cascade's Company Procedures or the Heat Fusion Qualification Guide.

Employee bidding into this position, must meet the minimum qualifications and submit weld coupons to the Fab Shop for acceptance into the welding certification program within 5 days of being awarded the position. Employees who fail to be accepted or voluntarily remove his/her self from a bid shall have the right to return to their former job within 5 working days of award date.

EMPLOYEES AWARDED COMBINATION WELDER BID:

(a) Attend a one (1) week weld certification program with a minimum of 40 hours monitored by division personnel.

(b) Employee's who fail shall be afforded a second weld certification program within 30 days, minimum of 40 hours monitored by division personnel.

(c) Employee's who fail the second weld certification program shall have the right to return to their former position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to perform heavy work such as running compactor and jackhammer.

How to Apply:

Please apply at jobs.mdu.com.

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 7 years’ experience as an Industrial combination welder
• Ability to read and comprehend P&ID’s and electrical schematics.
• Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC card.
• Must possess and maintain a valid US driver’s license.
• Must pass all pre-employment testing including a drug test, physical and background check.
• Demonstrated industrial construction/maintenance history experience.
• Ability to read prints and construction drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and manufacturers manuals and instructions.
• Good problem-solving abilities.
• Good aptitude and manual dexterity.
• Good reading comprehension.
• Ability to work with other craft
• Ability to work independently – minimal supervision.
• Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors.
• Commitment to Texas International Terminal & (TIRCO) values and safety rules and regulations.
• Minimum experience in rigging & bull rigging

Expectations:

• 100% Preventive Maintenance completed accurately and timely.
• 100% installation with no issues and minimal downtime to the workload for operations.
• 100% work safely.
• You may be asked to participate in an Emergency Response Team (ERT); please understand that participation in the ERT is both an expectation and condition of employment.
• Accomplish job responsibilities/duties in accordance with the company’s Core Values.
• Looks for opportunities to increase knowledge, works to increase responsibility, strives to achieve personal goals.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work at elevated heights, including using lifts, ladders, and stairs.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Work is done outdoors; must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds.

Position Details:

• Shift work - must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Will be subject to Call out.
• Non-Exempt position.

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: USA VA Chesapeake - 1545 Crossways Blvd (VAS102)

Full Part/Time: Full time

Job Req: RQ129223

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

SCA

Job Description:

Sr. Welder needed for an industrial fabrication shop. Reports directly to the Operations Manager and shall be responsible for production welding work with precision a dedication to quality, an exceptional work ethic, and the ability to work as part of a team. Maintain welding certifications, quality and safety standards; keep records; maintain equipment and job supplies.

Applies basic welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other weldable materials.

Applies appropriate welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other weldable materials.

Works from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts or work orders.

Lays out and marks points on parts or sub-assembliesusing rule, square, scribe or templates.

Positions pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools.

Inspects completed work for conformance to specifications.

Assemble fabricated pieces into huge structures utilizing blueprints furnished

Fitting and tack welding the large sub-assemblies that form the hull, ship

Fitters build in-place all interior structures, hatches, doors, bulkheads, etc., to complete all the steel work.

Provides guidance and work leadership to less-experienced welders.

Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Participates in special projects as required.

1. Requires a High School Diploma or GED.

2. Technical or vocational training preferred.

3. Certified in Stainless Steel, Steel, Aluminum and Copper/Nickel; and MIG, TIG and Stick welding processes.

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3-5 years of related welding experience.

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Chesapeake

Additional Work Locations:

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