Rope Access Combination Welders

Turner Industries•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

Turner Industries is seeking Combination Welders with Rope Access Level I, Level II, or Level III certification in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area. The Welder lays out, fits, and welds fabricated, cast, and forged components to assemble structural forms such as tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, pipe, and building and bridge parts. This is a non-exempt role reporting to the Foreman. Duties are assigned according to specific procedures and work is checked frequently. The position uses industrial rope-access methods and related equipment to perform maintenance, repairs, and other industrial work while suspended on ropes or in difficult-access areas. Work may also include rescue operations, technical reports, and administrative tasks. Compensation is determined based on individual qualifications and experience. Depending on employment status, benefits may include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, a 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and an employee assistance program.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
IRATA or SPRAT Level I, Level II, or Level III certification.
TWIC card.
Must pass a weld test before being hired.
Must be certified as a welder.
Capacity to work at height.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
CPR certification.
Must complete a post-offer drug and alcohol screen and physical evaluation, and sign acceptance of the company Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy.
Must comply with company and client job-site safety requirements.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.

Responsibilities

Use industrial rope-access methods and related equipment to access and complete maintenance, repairs, and other industrial work while suspended on ropes or in difficult-access areas.
Perform rescue operations, technical reporting, and administrative tasks as applicable.
Select equipment and plan layout, assembly, and welding.
Lay out, position, align, and fit components; bolt, clamp, or tack parts to secure them for welding.
Set up welding equipment and weld parts.
Assemble parts by bolting and riveting when required.
Weld pipe, including carbon steel, stainless steel, and chrome, using processes such as arc, heliarc, gas, and TIG welding.
Weld pipe, sheet metal, structural steel, brackets, and other materials.
Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
Use a cutting torch to cut materials and demolish existing assemblies.
Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor.