Welder Helper

Welder Helper

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a growing, team-oriented, nationwide tank construction company with headquarters in Braddock, Pennsylvania. We specialize in designing, engineering, repairing, and constructing above-ground metal storage tanks and related structures. We have active projects in various industries, such as petroleum, power, chemical, and renewable fuels.

Our Core Principles

• Service
• Planning and Problem Solving
• Personal Development

Job Duties & Responsibilities: Employees are expected to:

• Use the following tools and equipment: Tape measure, square, straight edge, level, rasp, chalk line, sledgehammer, burning torch, welding equipment, chipping hammer, fitting gear, come-a-longs, jacks, chain falls, material handling equipment, inspection equipment, hoists, hammers, pry bar, fit-up bar, wrenches, key plates, bull pins, wire rope slings, shackles, hand wire brush and cribbing blocks. Powered hand tools, including grinders, chipping and peening guns, wire brushes, saws, and impact wrenches.
• Set up and use oxy-fuel or plasma burning equipment to cut or trim plate and structural steel.
• Use oxygen/acetylene torch for cutting metals or to gouge.
• Operate electric and pneumatic power tools such as grinders, wire brushes, and chipping guns. Perform basic and preventative maintenance functions on power equipment.
• Use grinder and other hand or power tools required to grind, bevel, or fit metals together, and remove slag.
• Use hand tools such as shovels, brooms, scrapers, hand brushes, files, etc.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures.
• Unload fabricated steel products and tools from trucks.
• Hook-on or move material around the field site by hand or with the assistance of a forklift or crane.
• Align, fit and tack steel shapes together utilizing temporary erection gear, fit-up (pry)bars, and sledgehammers.
• Erect and dismantle temporary scaffolding used in steel plate construction.
• Inspect, set up, use, break down and rig equipment such as aerial work platforms (spider buggies), elevated work platforms, and staging.
• Have knowledge of Safety Equipment: Hardhat, safety glasses with side shields, full body harness with double lanyard, earplugs, respiratory protection, gloves.
• Be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
• Work at heights (up to approx. 100ft) accessed via ladders to scaffold platforms.
• Perform duties of Safety/Firewatch as needed.

Employees must:

• Be at least 18-years old.
• Have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be eligible to work in the United States.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Have valid driver's license and reliable, insured transportation.
• Have good communication skills.
• Have ability to work in a safe and professional manner.
• Be willing to travel anywhere at any time.
• Have good attendance and show up to work on time every day.
• Be willing to work at elevated heights and in confined spaces.
• Be willing to work in harsh weather conditions.
• Have strong basic math and measuring skills.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Be willing to authorize background and motor vehicle driving record checks.
• Be willing to submit to pre-hire, random, and post-incident drug, and alcohol testing.
• Have an eye for quality and strong attention to detail.
• Be self-motivated and eager to learn and improve.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with annual reviews
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Great culture of teamwork, learning and development.
• You'll be part of a team where YOU matter

To Apply: If interested, complete the job application from our website at We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.