Welder / Fabricator

Welder/Fabricator

Location: Charlotte, NC

Bendel Tank and Heat Exchanger, LLC, a division of TransTech Group, LLC is a leading manufacturer of custom Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel and Nickel Alloy vessels per ASME, API, TEMA and UL specifications. Having been in business over 50 years Bendel serves several industries including: chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and industrial food manufacturing. Bendel has a strong company culture built on a family atmosphere where success is defined by the impact on the lives of our stakeholders: our team members and their families, our clients, our supply partners and our community.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our team, specializing in the fabrication and welding of components for tanks and vessels. The ideal candidate will interpret blueprints and technical drawings to plan and execute precise layouts, utilizing specialized welding techniques including TIG, MIG, and plasma cutting, with experience in welding, fabricating, and fitting. This position works 6pm-6a M-Th with opportunity for overtime depending on workload.

Primary Functions and Duties

• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan layouts.
• Use specialized welding equipment including TIG, MIG, and Plasma cutters.
• Fit, Fabricate and Weld components to tanks and vessels such as nozzles, manways, ladders, handrails, and platforms. Pipe joints, tube to tube sheets, and thermal jackets.
• Follow and enforce strict shop safety regulations such as wearing safety glasses, heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment.
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety. Good housekeeping
• Work 40 hrs./week minimum plus OT as needed based on workload. Current work week is 48/wk. M-F.
• Work with Team members to ensure top quality and high standards while welding on S.S., C.S. and High Nickel alloys.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following:

• Read blueprints and utilized those to lay out work and build products.
• Read and understand measurements.
• Layout, fit, weld nozzles and other parts inside and out per the drawings.
• Operate an overhead crane.
• Must pass ASME 6G SCH.80 (SA312TP316L) 2" pipe test using GTAW process.
• Must pass ASME 2G plate (SA36 & SA240-304) test using GMAW process.
• Must pass a drug test and background check.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. Work safely from a ladder. Able to work inside a tank/vessel.
• Must have TIG & MIG welding experience. Pulsed MIG is preferred.
• Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel, and High Nickel alloys.

Benefits Designed To Work For You

• Free HSA health plan or traditional PPO
• 401(k) with generous company match (Safe Harbor)
• Dental, vision, and optional coverage like accident & critical illness insurance
• HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare costs
• Company-paid Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance
• Confidential support for mental health, family matters, legal concerns, and more through our Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on gyms, shopping & entertainment
• Health benefits kick in fast – first of the month after 30 days

Time Off We Offer A Variety Of Paid Time Off Options To Support Rest, Wellness, And Personal Needs:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave

This organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.