Gas Welder

Iberdrola • New, KY

12d • $59 - $60

About The Position

Under general supervision lays out and performs all types of welding on gas piping and equipment, structural members, special devices and other general welding. Directs the work of one other Gas Welder or Fitter 1/C or lower grade directly assisting him; may also direct others performing such duties as equipment operation, digging and directing traffic. Performs any of the duties of a Gas Fitter 1/C. Performs other related or less skilled work as directed.

Requirements

• Must have completed training for Gas Fitter 1/C, as described in Memorandum of Agreement governing Gas Department Training and Job Progression.
• Must have had prior welding experience through special training or previous job experience, and must pass a welder qualification test
• Qualified Welder must pass a requalifying test at least once each three years. If he fails this test, he will be trained for up to one month on low pressure work and then retested. Failure of three tests within a four-year period will reduce Welder to Gas Fitter 1/C.
• Must have completed high school or obtained a High School Equivalency Diploma recognized by New York State.
• Should have thorough knowledge of Company's gas practices and standards.
• Must be familiar with Company's Safety Rules, approved methods of resuscitation and able to render practical First Aid.
• Must be able to qualify for operator's licenses as required by law.
• Normal health, physique and use of senses as indicated by passing the required physical examination given by a Company physician, including color perception.
• Strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions.
• Must be willing to work extra and/or irregular hours as required.
• Must be willing to work under unusual or special working conditions and surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.
• Must be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.

Responsibilities

• Lays out and performs all types of welding on gas piping and equipment, structural members, special devices and other general welding.
• Directs the work of one other Gas Welder or Fitter 1/C or lower grade directly assisting him; may also direct others performing such duties as equipment operation, digging and directing traffic.
• Performs any of the duties of a Gas Fitter 1/C.
• Performs other related or less skilled work as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees