Job Details

Starting rate for this position is $46.32 per hour and requires a certification

The general responsibilities for the Welder-Maintenance Technician are to apply the principles of rational systems to solvepractical problems, and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situationswhere only limited standardization exists. There will also be opportunityto interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagrammatic, and/orschedule forms and also read diagrams, blueprints, operational manuals, methodsand procedures.

Additional Responsibilities for the Welder- Maintenance Technician willInclude:
Moreover, the candidate must be able to read and comprehend company policiesand procedures, safety policies and procedures, and provide safety inperformance and best practices in manufacturing.
Welds metal parts together, using stick rod welding techniques.
Performs tasks related to welding, such as thermal cutting and grinding.
Repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes, and increases size of metalparts.
Installs modifications to equipment, or structures.
Positions and clamps together components of fabricated metal productspreparatory to welding.
Dismantle and installation of bolted connections (pipe, vessels, etc.).
Assist in the maintenance and repair of fixed equipment to include pumps,seals, blowers and specialty chemical plant processing equipment.
Operate forklift, man lift & hand tools including drills, hacksaws,wrenches and grinders.

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Graduate or GED equivalent.
Trade school/apprentice program completed/college certification preferred.
Five plus years of experience stick welding.
Minimum of 5+ years of relevant maintenanceexperience in an industrial setting.
The qualified applicant will be expected to produce welds using the SMAW andGTAW methods, on 2-6 pipe, in the 5G position. The number of testcoupons, pipe sizes, schedules, and methods are to be determined, to ensure theapplicant is qualified to produce welds in accordance with the current set ofWeld Procedures Specifications (WPS).
Examination for acceptance of these test welds will be either via destructive(bend tests), or nondestructive (x-ray) methods, with the evaluation criteriabeing in accordance with ASME Section IX.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with operating machinery necessaryto complete tasks such as: forklift, man lift, drill presses, band saws,and cranes up to 15 tons (preferred).
Must be familiar with work order processing in a CMMS, preferably SAP.
Must have the ability to climb a ladder and wear a respirator.