Pipe Shop Tacker/Welder

Richard Construction Inc. (RCI) is currently seeking experienced Pipe Shop Tacker Welders. Tackers must be capable of welding in both Pulse (GMAW - Spray & Globular modes) and Heliarc (GTAW) weld processes.

The Applicant must be willing and able to perform, and pass Quality Control inspection of, a Weld Test conducted at the Richard Construction Inc. (RCI) Pipe Shop, 1110 Neches Ave, Beaumont, TX, 77701 for the Pulse and Heliarc processes.

RCI Pipe Shop Weld Test Criteria

• Applicant must have ability to comprehend and administer the RCI Shop provided weld procedure and qualification requirements (WPS/PQR) for the qualifying weld tests
• For GTAW: Test is in the 6G fixed position on a 2.5" XXS coupon for unlimited thickness to ASME Section IX
• For GMAW: Test is in the 1G and rolling out on a 6" Sched 160 coupon to qualify for unlimited thickness 0.125" RMD for root pass and 0.594" Pulsed for fill and cap to ASME Section IX

Position Summary:

A Pipe Shop Fabrication Tacker will tack short weld beads at points specified in a pipe spool configuration by the fabrication foreman or pipefitter along overlapping or adjoining edges to hold workpieces in place for final welding by others. The Tacker assists the pipe fitters and welders in fabrication of varying types of industrial pipe metallurgies into piping spools for field assembly by others. This position will also require assisting fitters, knowledge of basic rigging and fabrication jig-stands, rollers, etc., and knowledge of process piping specifications.


RCI has various levels of Tacker positions based on experience and skills.

• Tacker I
• Tacker II
• Tacker III

Qualification Highlights:

• Must have required welding experience for the welding classification
• Must have all required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for position - see below
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements
• Must have all tools listed below upon start date
• Must be able to regularly and reliably show up at the assigned job site
• Must meet all safety and security requirements at the assigned job site

Position Responsibilities:

• Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding of pipe applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metals to be assembled, metals machining, weld shrinkage, and welding techniques
• Layout, position, align, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and in various places
• Bolts, clamps, and tack welds parts to secure in position for welding
• Set up equipment, wire feeders, and welding parameters for quality welds
• Weld metal materials to piping systems, supports, or associated equipment using the appropriate welding procedure for the various equipment and metal types involved
• Identify all equipment for job and process
• Identify all safety risks and requirements

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

• Current RCI employee
• RCI former employee from a Reduction of Force (ROF)
• Current RCI Welding Certification
• Former experience of working with RCI
• Experience working as a Pipe Shop Tacker or Fabrication Welder
• Former experience working in the petrochemical industry

Physical Requirements:

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, waling, bending, squatting, sitting, and lifting
• Will talk and hear to communicate effectively
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push and pull various objects, materials, controls or tools
• Will be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs in weight
• Will be required to wear necessary shop based personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to safety toed work boots, safety glasses/goggles, long sleeve shirts, ear plugs/muffs, and gloves

Required Tools:

• 1 - Metal Tool Box with Lock & Bolt Bag
• 1 - Stinger
• 1 - Welding Hood
• 1 - Chipping Hammer
• 1 - Pair of Klein Pliers or equal
• 2 - Crescent Wrench 12" and 15"
• 1 - 25' Tape
• 1 - 32 oz. Ball Peen Hammer
• 1 - Torpedo Level
• 1 - Combination Square
• 1 - Pair of Leathers (overhead welding)
• 1 - Safety Toed Boots

RCI is dedicated in providing a SAFE and Drug Free environment.

RCI is a Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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