ETS Specialty Welder

Stronghold Companies•Broken Arrow, OK

16h

About The Position

The Specialty Welder performs welding tasks using the appropriate process for projects at client facilities or in a shop environment. This is a safety-sensitive, project-based role. The welder is responsible for meeting Company quality expectations and client requirements, maintaining a safe work environment, and conducting business in accordance with Company policies and procedures while maintaining professionalism in internal and external dealings. The work takes place in petrochemical or refinery environments, with potential exposure to seasonal heat and cold, high noise levels, hazardous chemicals during emergencies, confined spaces, and elevated work areas exceeding 50 feet. Respirator use may be required in emergencies; employees must be fit-tested for respirators and pass a pulmonary function test. Travel is expected, including extensive travel throughout the United States and overnight stays for extended periods. Workdays and hours vary based on project needs, and overtime is common and may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma, equivalent work experience, or seven or more years of related work experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Extensive knowledge of EGW, SMAW, SAW, FCAW, and other welding processes such as Bug-o.
Experience in the petrochemical/refinery industry.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including frequent lifting up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of more than 51 pounds; prolonged bending, stooping, walking, climbing, squatting, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, standing, and other physical work.
Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and work from platforms.
Ability to communicate alarms or warnings clearly, concisely, loudly, and quickly, and to hear or otherwise sense warnings and respond appropriately.
Ability to maintain balance on narrow, uneven, irregular, or slippery surfaces and while using ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, or similar structures.
Ability to sense physical attributes of objects by touch and to perform tasks requiring foot agility and dexterity, gripping, lifting, carrying, pulling, and reaching.
Ability to see, read, write, and understand directions, instructions, and warning signs; distinguish colors, shapes, and patterns; judge distances; detect motion; and use peripheral vision.
Ability to properly wear and use all required personal protective equipment.
Ability to pass required respirator fit testing and pulmonary function testing.

Nice To Haves

Ten or more years of related work experience and/or training.
NCCER certification.
Class A driver’s license and a clean motor vehicle record.
First aid and CPR training.

Responsibilities

Review blueprints, schematics, drawings, and job specifications to determine work demands.
Develop materials based on isometric and orthographic drawings and modified piping systems and equipment processing.
Operate cutting torches, straightening presses, and hand tools to redesign, reshape, and dismantle components and parts.
Bolt, clamp, and tack-weld components in the correct position and orientation in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
Examine completed work to ensure it is smooth, defect-free, and functional.
Fill holes, seams, and indentations in metal to maintain structural soundness.
Inspect and repair equipment and tools used on the job.
Maintain the care and cleanliness of assigned equipment, workstation, and work area.
Follow Company safety and quality control/quality assurance procedures and OSHA guidelines.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Use basic arithmetic and common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, pictorial, or diagram-form instructions.
Maintain poise and focus under time constraints and adverse conditions.
Attend and complete training required by the Company and client.
Pass required drug/alcohol testing and background requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.