Field Tank Welder

CB&I Careers•Alexandria, MN

About The Position

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset-management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently throughout the lifecycle of their facilities. The Field Tank Welder lays out, aligns, and welds fabricated, cast, and forged components to assemble structural forms such as tanks, pressure vessels, machinery frames, furnace shells, buildings, and pipe, according to blueprints and metallurgy. The role involves selecting materials and equipment, planning layouts and welding, fitting and joining components, examining welds, and supporting installation work. Respiratory protection is common and may be required. The employee must pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards, and must observe safety and project rules. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Must pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards.
Ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy and make decisions based on measurable criteria.
Ability to apply basic mathematics to solve problems, plan work, select proper tools, visualize three-dimensional objects from plans and drawings, and compare differences in size, shape, and form.
Respiratory protection may be required.

Responsibilities

Select the type and size of pipe, related materials, and equipment according to specifications.
Select equipment and plan layouts, assembly, and welding using knowledge of geometry, metal properties, machining, weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.
Use applicable welding processes, which may include Gas-Metal Arc, Flux-Cored Arc, Gas-Tungsten Arc, Submerged Arc, or Shielded Metal Arc welding.
Lay out, position, align, and fit components together in various body positions.
Bolt, clamp, and weld metal components, including piping systems, plate, pipe, tube, and structural shapes, using arc and arc-gas welding equipment; weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions and tack-weld assemblies as needed.
Connect welding-unit cables and set amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse according to procedure or supervisor direction.
Obtain the specified electrode and insert it into a portable holder, or thread consumable electrode wire through a portable welding gun.
Start the power supply and strike an arc to melt and deposit electrode metal onto the workpiece, joining its edges.
Guide the electrode or gun along the weld line while maintaining the required arc length, speed, and movement to achieve the specified fusion depth and bead.
Manually apply filler rod when needed to supply weld metal.
Clean or degrease weld joints or the work area, and repair broken or cracked parts or fill holes as needed.
Remove excess or defective weld material, slag, and spatter using appropriate tools and equipment.
Preheat workpieces when needed and cut metal plates or structural shapes as required.
Examine welds for bead size and other specifications.
Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
Assist with lifting, positioning, and securing materials and workpieces during installation as needed.
Perform minor maintenance or cleaning of tools and equipment.
Assist other mechanics as needed.
Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, and perform other duties as required.
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy, make decisions based on measurable criteria, apply basic mathematics, plan work and select tools, visualize three-dimensional objects from plans and drawings, and compare sizes, shapes, and forms of lines, figures, and objects.