Welding Inspector

Consolidated Nuclear Security • Oak Ridge, TN

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About The Position

The QCC Welding Inspector sets up and operates Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and oxygen-acetylene gas cutting and welding equipment in accordance with welding specifications. The inspector works from blueprints, sketches, and written or oral instructions, and performs weld examinations using visual and penetrant nondestructive examination methods according to procedures, engineering drawings, and specifications. The position includes completing inspection reports and performing a wide variety of non-repetitive welding inspection tasks in the field or shop. The employee will be certified on specific welding procedures and must periodically recertify.

The position requires the ability to obtain a Certified Welding Inspector certification from the American Welding Society and meet ASNT SNT-TC-1A Level II requirements in Visual Testing and Liquid Penetrant Testing. A current AWS Certified Welding Inspector certification is preferred. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance applicants. The position may involve entry into Materials Access Areas and participation in the Human Reliability Program, with a counterintelligence-scope polygraph and medical requirements if HRP applies. Candidates accepting an offer must pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening, and background investigation.

Requirements

• High school education.
• At least five years of experience working as a certified welder.
• Ability to obtain AWS Certified Welding Inspector certification.
• Ability to meet ASNT SNT-TC-1A recommended practice requirements for Level II in Visual Testing and Liquid Penetrant Testing.
• Good communication skills.
• Disciplined compliance with Y-12 Conduct of Operations requirements, including strict procedure compliance.
• Knowledge and experience using and interpreting major welding-related engineering specifications.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols for weldment fabrication and inspection.
• Successfully perform and pass a welding look test on pipe using SMAW and GTAW.
• Ability to meet Y-12 Industrial Hygiene requirements for respirator use.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance applicants.
• Pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening, and background investigation if accepting a job offer.

Nice To Haves

• Current American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification that can be confirmed by AWS.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate SMAW, GTAW, and oxygen-acetylene gas cutting and welding equipment according to welding specifications.
• Work from blueprints, sketches, and written or oral instructions.
• Perform visual and penetrant weld examinations using nondestructive examination methods in accordance with procedures, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Complete inspection reports documenting inspection results.
• Perform a wide variety of non-repetitive welding inspection tasks in the field or shop.
• Obtain certification on specific welding procedures and periodically recertify.

Benefits

• Medical plan
• Prescription drug plan
• Vision plan
• Dental plan
• Employer-matched 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Education reimbursement
• Onsite workout facilities
• Onsite cafeterias
• Flexible work arrangements

What This Job Offers

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