Pipe Welder - P1, 1st Shift

Trane Technologies•Grand Rapids, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies , and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King , sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and follow directions, standard work, job breakdown sheets, and safety instructions in English.
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand technical instructions and make informed decisions based on available information
Ability to do basic math functions
High School Diploma or GED
Valid driver's license
Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Responsibilities

Responsible for building custom engineered HVAC equipment in a shop environment utilizing equipment construction skills and knowledge of pipe welding, hydronics, piping, soldering of copper and brass, structural welding and assembly and basic knowledge sheet metal fabrication.
Responsible for building custom piping assemblies to engineering drawings.
Can complete welding operations that include, Mig, Pulse Arc and Dual Shield
Can ensure proper fit-up and alignment of pipes prior to welding by using measuring tools such as levels and using processes that include 2 hole alignment.
Using hand tools like Angle Grinder, Die Grinder, Torches, Drills and Impacts.
Completes assigned projects on time, with high quality.
Assists team members of other trades as needed; performs other trade work when needed.
Prepares for assigned projects by examining project binders, consulting with the other technicians, trade team leaders and production shop supervisor, anticipating difficulties, gathering materials, and coordinating work, as necessary.
Maintains tools and equipment by inspecting for signs of wear and performing any needed periodic maintenance.
Maintains work area in neat, clean, organized manner.
Documents work by completing paperwork on each job, including daily time, quality check sheets, and parts logs.
Maintains project files.
Forwards all required paperwork and reports in a timely manner to the next production work center.
Works closely with other project technicians, temporary technicians, subcontractors, project managers, project engineers, trade team leaders, production shop supervisor and interns in a team environment, offering technical advice, status information, and other help as needed.
Communicates effectively with teammates regarding issues of project scope and schedule.
Follows company standards for construction and quality.
Follows company safety policies.
Promotes company safety policies to team members and subcontractors.
Flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required.
Flexibility to occasionally work in other company departments when needed.
Flexibility to occasionally travel with occasional overnight stays.
Participates and communicates new ideas and initiatives for the Weld team.
Has a clear understanding of our company’s Code of Ethics and Compliance and promotes our companies Culture, understands rules and policies and follows all that apply.