Job Responsibilities
- Follow direction from supervisors and site management.
- Perform welding and fabrication activities in accordance with project specifications and quality requirements.
- Assist Pipefitters with the installation, repair, and modification of industrial piping systems.
- Weld using GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (Stick) processes.
- Perform welds in 2G, 4G, and 6G positions.
- Successfully pass required Zachry welding qualifications or maintain current applicable Zachry welding certifications.
- Read and interpret drawings, weld procedures, and technical documents.
- Maintain compliance with all safety requirements and company policies.
- Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualification Highlights
- Minimum 4 years of industrial welding experience, or
- Completion of a 2-year technical or vocational welding program.
- Demonstrated industrial maintenance experience.
- Experience welding carbon steel pipe systems.
- Ability to pass a Zachry welding test if not currently certified.
- Knowledge of GTAW and SMAW welding processes.
- Ability to weld 2" Schedule 160 and 4" Schedule 40 pipe.
- Testing material will be carbon steel.
- Must be able to meet all physical requirements of the position.
Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Knowledge and experience with hand tools and power tools.
- Good mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
- Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, technical manuals, and welding procedures.
- Ability to recognize welding defects and make necessary corrections.
- Ability to detect faulty equipment, unsafe conditions, or defective materials and notify supervision promptly.
- Ability to lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to welding.
- Knowledge of weld fit-up, joint preparation, and fabrication techniques.
- Ability to ignite torches, operate welding equipment, and safely perform cutting and welding activities.
- Monitor fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent overheating, warping, shrinkage, distortion, or expansion of materials.
- Ability to operate welding-related hand and power tools safely and effectively.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Commitment to Zachry's values and safety culture.
- Must meet site access requirements, including successful completion of any required background screening.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous employment with Zachry.
- Vocational training, trade school, or additional welding certifications.
- Experience working in coal-fired power plants or other heavy industrial facilities.
- Additional pipe welding certifications.
Reporting Structure
Reports To: Supervisor/Foreman
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, and lifting.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to climb ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and work platforms.
- Ability to work at elevated heights and in confined spaces when required.
- Ability to use hands and arms to lift, grasp, push, pull, and operate tools and equipment.
- Must possess adequate vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including:
- Hard hat
- Safety glasses and welding hood
- Hearing protection
- Gloves
- Respirator (as required)
- Safety vest
- Steel-toe boots
Work Environment
- Outdoor industrial maintenance and construction environment.
- Exposure to varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, cold, wind, and rain.
- Moderate to high noise levels.
- Regular exposure to welding operations, grinding activities, and industrial equipment.
- Work may be performed at elevated locations and around heavy equipment, vehicles, cranes, and active industrial processes.
- Exposure to sparks, fumes, and hot materials while following all required safety protocols.
Why Join Zachry?
- Competitive pay and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on challenging industrial maintenance projects.
- Safety-focused work environment.
- Career growth and training opportunities.
- Work alongside skilled craft professionals and industry leaders.
- Commitment to employee development and operational excellence.
Selected candidates must successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings, welding qualifications, drug testing, and site-specific requirements.
ZACHRY provides a safe and drug free work environment and is an equal opportunity employer
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