Combo Welder

Combo Pipe Welder

We are now hiring combo pipe welders for a company in New Braunfels, TX. Must have combo welding experience. Please submit your resume to this posting and call us ASAP! 1st shift Monday - Friday 10 hr. days with possible overtime on Saturdays.

Pay: Up to $30/hr. DOE. No per diem or travel pay. These are long-term jobs. These positions are in New Braunfels, TX. Must have 3+ years previous welding experience, welding TIG & STIK on carbon & stainless.

Testing:

• We give a 2" sch 80 6-G carbon steel welding test, 5P root with a 7018 fill.
• And a 2-1/2 sch 80 6-G stainless steel welding test, purged root with a 304 fill.
• Both tests are sent to an X-ray lab for nondestructive testing.

Summary:

• Welder should be capable of a variety of welding techniques, preferably skilled in several different welding processes.
• A welder is also required to assist the fitter and perform a variety of other tasks the supervisor deems necessary.
• The welder is required to pass the 6G pipe test.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Welder shall know the functionality of welding machines and welding processes, including SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW.
• Able to use a cutting torch, plasma cutter, and various mechanical equipment.
• Know filler metals and their applications.
• Knowledgeable with pipe and structural steel characteristics.
• Weld in flat horizontal and overhead positions.
• Welders will also be required to weld from elevated and or awkward positions.
• Welders should have an understanding of blueprints, able to assist fitters.
• Demonstrate good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Operations of forklifts and cranes are a plus.
• Quality and safety are essential.
• The welder will also be required to assist with other shop and yard duties including cleaning up and organizing work and staging areas.