Vessel Welder/Fitter

Piping Technology & Products Inc•Houston, TX

19h

About The Position

The Vessel Welder/Fitter is responsible for fitting, aligning, welding, and fabricating pressure vessels and related components in accordance with engineered drawings, welding procedure specifications (WPS), and applicable codes. This role requires advanced fitting and welding skills, strong blueprint interpretation, and the ability to produce high-quality, code-compliant pressure vessel assemblies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Must pass company administered Welding and Fitting tests
Must pass company administered measuring tape skills test
3+ years of vessel welding and fitting or heavy fabrication experience.
Proficient in Flux core & TIG Welding
Familiarity with welding carbon steel, stainless-steel, and galvanized materials
Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and teamwork.
Ability to read, write, and interpret fabrication drawings, understand work instructions, safety procedures, and production documentation in English required.
Basic understanding of welding processes
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Must be able to stand for prolonged periods (8+ hours)
Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. independently
Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and manual handling of materials required
Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
Ability to tolerate noise, heat, and dust in a manufacturing environment
Visual acuity to read measuring tools, drawings, and detect quality defects
Must pass initial and ongoing physical or occupational health screenings (e.g., lifting assessment, vision test, hearing test, etc.)
Must be able to wear required PPE, including steel-toe boots, gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection

Responsibilities

Fit, assemble, and weld pressure vessel components including shells, heads, nozzles, flanges, and supports
Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and tolerances
Perform proper fit-up for welding, including joint preparation, alignment, and root openings
Weld vessels using GTAW (TIG), SMAW (Stick), FCAW, and/or GMAW per WPS
Perform full-penetration, multi-pass welds that meet ASME and customer requirements
Measure, mark, cut, grind, and prepare materials for fabrication
Maintain preheat and interpass temperature requirements
Support and pass NDE inspections (RT, UT, MT, PT); perform approved weld repairs
Verify dimensional accuracy, roundness, and plumbness prior to and after welding
Use hand tools, power tools, clamps, strongbacks, fixtures, forklifts, and overhead cranes safely
Complete travelers, weld logs, and traceability documentation
Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards