PIPE WELDER [Welder III]

Welder III (Pipe Welder)

The Welder III is a fulltime role that will operate out of one of the L&L Fabrication Welding facilities. This role will be expected to actively work to scheduled shop needs. This welder will be leaned on for the more complex joints requiring NDT and have an expectation of passing at a 100% rate. This candidate would be competent in welding but also be willing to exercise the ability to do other tasks, such fitting their own parts, training team members, and work on the further development of processes for the betterment of the team. This expectation and outlined roles/duties may be adjusted to align with organizational need at any time.

Rate of Pay – $30.00-40.00/hr

L&L Fabrication is an ASME Code vessel shop holding U and R stamps. We offer ASME-coded work built to spec, along with repairs and maintenance on used pressure-rated equipment. L&L Fabrication, INC strives on quality work, meeting deadlines, and keeping everyone on the site safe. A high emphasis on safety, quality, and on time delivery.

Expected Roles/Responsibilities:

• Weld non-code and code articles to satisfactory quality
• GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, all per WPS
• Must receive 6G Certification prior to hire date/pass OTJ Welder II
• Weld to expectation and regularly meet challenges such as 100% NDT Joints
• Process materials with accuracy and efficiency
• Oxy-fuel, plasma, saw, mag-drill, and grinder
• Use all shop and personal tooling safely and appropriately.
• Drive a forklift safely and appropriately.
• Participate in team setting that will develop and build welding and fabrication ability for oneself and colleagues.
• Lead the process of introducing new procedures into the facility (PQRs/WPSs)
• Provide a SAFE team member that is accountable, respectful, and empowered to introduce new opportunities for getting the job done.
• Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
• Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Code welding experience (ASME Sec. 8/9, B31.3, AWS D1.1, AWS D17.1)
• Mechanical aptitude
• Operational understanding or appreciation for a manufacturing environment
• Ownership – attitude that shares wins and owns losses.
• Desire to add to the workplace culture, SAFE and CORE
• Smart, alert, focused, energized
• Collaborative, ownership, respectful, empowering
• Willingness to learn and teach new processes or methods.
• Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints.
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.

Weld Test Requirements:

- 3G weld test – ¾" plate test vertical up (GMAW root / GMAW-pulse or FCAW hot and cap)

- 6G weld test – 2 XXH pipe test (SMAW root / GMAW-pulse or FCAW hot and cap)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at any time, 50 pounds regularly, 100 infrequently.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials

L&L Fabrication Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at L&L Fabrication Inc. are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages and backgrounds to apply.