Project Pipe Welder B - 1st/2nd Shift

Solar Turbines•Channelview, TX

4d•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. As a Pipe Welder, you will set up, operate and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions. This is a supplemental position located at the Solar Turbines manufacturing facility located in Channelview, TX. No relocation package is available. Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts. More than 16,000 Solar units are operating in more than 100 countries with more than 3 billion operating hours. Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages, and generator sets. Solar’s customers put the company’s products to work in many areas, including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil, and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products. Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 9,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.

Requirements

Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests
Minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment
Ability to perform simple computer operations
Be available to work 1st or 2nd shift
Ability to work overtime to support production demands, including weekends

Nice To Haves

One (1) to three (3) years of GTAW and FCAW welding experience
Good Communication Skills and strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
Combination Welder and Fitter
Leadership Experience
Ability to work well individually or in a team environment

Responsibilities

Perform Manual finish welding operations on carbon and stainless steel in all positions
Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations
Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging
Sanding may be required to prepare and dress welds
Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, jib and overhead cranes to move and position work pieces