Structural Welder Journeyman

Kiewit • Vicksburg, MS

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Plan, lay out, weld, install, and repair structural steel products in accordance with applicable plans, specifications, welding codes, and industry standards. Set up, troubleshoot, and operate welding machines and related equipment, and perform welding work and repairs according to blueprints, welding symbols, job specifications, and welding procedures.

Requirements

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent, with previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
• Must pass a weld test with quality.
• Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing and a fit-for-duty medical examination.
• Must have required tools.
• Ability to perform the physical and site-related requirements of the role, including moving about a construction or industrial site, climbing and maintaining balance on access structures, working in confined or uneven spaces, and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up, troubleshoot, and operate welding machines according to job specifications and welding procedures.
• Preheat and weld metal components as specified by blueprints, welding symbols, job specifications, or welding procedures.
• Weld using FCAW-S, FCAW-G, TGAW, GMAW, SMAW, and SAW processes.
• Operate air arc gougers, grinders, stress-relieving machines, and other industry machines, tools, and equipment.
• Make welding repairs and repair substandard welds.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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