Welder Structural 1

About the Role

A Structural Welder will weld, fabricate and assist pipe fitters, electricians, millwrights, and ironworks in the installation of various equipment and supports for industrial pipe, structural, electrical and mechanical systems. • Select equipment and plan layouts, assemblies and welding using knowledge of geometry, metal properties and weld shrinkage. • Layout, position, align, cut, assemble and fit metal components in diverse positions and locations. • Bolt, clamp and tack‑weld parts to secure them for welding. • Set up equipment and weld using arc, gas‑shielded, submerged or arc‑gas welding processes. • Weld metal to piping systems using appropriate procedures for each equipment and metal type. • Identify all equipment needed for the job and process. • Identify all safety risks and requirements. • Read blueprints and engineering drawings to perform work efficiently. • Interpret technical manuals as applicable. • Weld on industrial‑size and grade equipment. • Assist with other activities when not actively welding. • Maintain reliable transportation. • Use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push and pull objects, tools and controls. • Work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and occasionally work off platforms with proper fall protection.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸equipment selection
• ▸layout planning
• ▸welding operations
• ▸blueprint reading
• ▸safety identification
• ▸fabrication assistance

What You Bring

• Stick weld on various types of equipment and material. • Hold a current Zachry welding certification or pass a weld test. • Possess 4+ years of welding experience. • Have all required tools on start date. • Stick weld in 2G, 3G and 4G positions. • Proficient with various welding rods, including 6010 and 7018. • Know metal characteristics, appropriate welding processes and effects of welding on materials. • Weld multiple material types such as carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum and chrome. • Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee. • Former experience with Zachry Industrial, Inc. • Previous experience in this position with Zachry Industrial, Inc. • Hold a current Zachry certification. • Experience on combined‑cycle power plant construction projects. • Perform extensive standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting. • Communicate verbally and by hearing. • Lift, carry and move up to 50 lb as needed. • Work in various weather conditions, including heat, while wearing appropriate PPE. • Wear required PPE such as hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear protection, respirators, safety vest, gloves and leather boots. • Certification: HBZ‑131 for 2G, 3G, 4G. • Weld test: six ½" thick carbon steel coupons and one ¼" thick backing bar using SMAW (stick). • Metal tool box with lock. • Tig rig (combo welder only). • Welding hood. • Chipping hammer. • Pair of Klein pliers or equivalent. • Two crescent wrenches, 12" and 15". • 25‑foot tape. • 4‑12 lb beater. • Torpedo level. • Pair of welding gloves. • Pair of leather over‑head welding aprons. • Rain coat.

Requirements

• ▸stick weld
• ▸zachry certification
• ▸4+ years
• ▸2g/3g/4g
• ▸6010/7018
• ▸hbz‑131

Benefits

• Rubber boots.

Work Environment

Onsite