LCLIGC Fitter Welder Apprentice 1-4

CenterPoint Energy • Terre Haute, IN

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About The Position

Perform gas utility construction work activities according to classification. The role performs pipefitting and welding on gas facilities using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW/stick), Semi-Automatic Gas Metal-Arc Welding (GMAW/wire), and oxy-acetylene cutting. The employee must complete all training and Operator Qualifications requirements for the classification and operate equipment used for main and service installations, leak investigations, and leak surveys.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Two years of welding and cutting experience using SMAW, GMAW, and oxy-acetylene cutting and welding on piping systems.
• Two years of performing welding and cutting operations in a related industry, utilizing various welding processes.
• Ability to work physically and mentally on gas facilities, learn the safety rules associated with the job duties, and follow them.
• Must be available to work overtime.

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary vocational welding education.
• Technical trade school instruction in ASME or API code welding.
• Mechanical Trade Union Welder Training Program.
• Welding certifications applicable to the natural gas industry.
• At least two years of natural gas industry experience performing welding and pipefitting.
• At least five years of pipefitting and welding experience in a mechanical trade, such as plumbing or pipefitting.
• At least five years of experience in a related welding and fabrication field.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipefitting and welding on gas facilities using SMAW, GMAW, and oxy-acetylene cutting.
• Perform gas utility construction work activities according to classification.
• Complete all training and Operator Qualifications requirements for the classification.
• Operate equipment used for main installs, service installs, leak investigations, and leak surveys.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on the first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Access to fitness club discounts
• Access to an on-site wellness center at the Houston headquarters
• Professional growth and development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6% and an additional 3% company contribution regardless of employee contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED