6G Pipe Welder

WESTERMAN INC•Catoosa, OK

4d•$29 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Westerman, Inc. is a multi-site manufacturer of production and storage equipment for the oil, gas, and nuclear industries. The Welder sets up and operates advanced welding equipment, uses expertise to solve problems, and works to eliminate scrap, rework, and downtime while repairing defective products. Repair work must meet appearance and quality standards, and all work must be completed to specification. This is a safety-sensitive position. The role is onsite in Catoosa, Oklahoma, and is full-time on the day shift. Compensation is $29.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

Pass an open-root 3G MIG/Fluxcore fill-in-cap test and a 6G TIG-root, flux-fill-in-cap test on 2-inch Schedule 160 pipe; the weld must pass visual inspection before the test is offered.
At least 2 years of TIG pipe-welding experience.
Obtain weld certification to AWS/ANSI standards.
Basic safety training.
Intermediate math skills and ability to read a tape measure.
Understand volts and amps and adjust them accordingly.
Basic data-entry skills for maintenance breakdown calls.
Read and interpret blueprints, work-order instructions, and weld symbols, and operate the tools required for the position.
Understand and follow quality policies and procedures, and detect defects.
Troubleshooting skills.
Ability to stand for extended periods, potentially for the entire shift, and perform repetitive physical work.
Ability to exert moderate to heavy physical effort and lift up to 50 pounds.
Strong range of motion and ability to sit, stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, bend, walk on even and uneven surfaces, and access all plant and grounds areas.
Ability to see, speak, and hear; read instructions and measuring devices; and use fingers and hands to manipulate tools and small parts.
Ability to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures, wear appropriate PPE, and work in tight quarters when required.
Some work requires close vision, depth perception, seeing small details, and adjusting focus.

Responsibilities

Plan details of working procedures.
Inspect finished products for completeness and conformance with quality assurance procedures.
Safely operate advanced-level welding equipment.
Set up and troubleshoot welding machines and make advanced adjustments to maintain production and quality.
Participate in improvement planning, including modifying weld procedures to improve safety, efficiency, and quality.
Follow all safety policies and procedures.
Clock into production jobs consistently and maintain production averages at or above expected standards.
Coordinate and communicate effectively with all departments.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.