Position Summary
A Combination Welder will weld, fabricate and assist pipe fitters in installation of varying types of industrial pipe into the projects piping systems.
Qualification Highlights
· Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions.
· Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe.
· Must have current applicable welding certification with Zachry or be able to successfully pass a weld test.
· Must have 4+ years welding experience.
· Must have all required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
· Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
· Must have all the tools listed below upon start date.
Position Responsibilities
· Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques.
· Layout, position, aligns, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and in various places.
· Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.
· Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or arc gas welding equipment.
· Weld metal materials to piping systems equipment using the appropriate welding procedure for the various equipment and metal types involved.
· Identify all equipment for job and process.
· Identify all safety risks and requirements.
Required Qualifications
· Must be able to read blue prints and other engineering drawings in order to efficiently perform work.
· Me able to read and interrupt technical manuals as applicable.
· Must have 4+ years experience welding experience on industrial size and grade pipe. (Schedules: 40, 80, and 160)
· Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions.
· Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe.
· Must have thorough knowledge of various metals characteristic and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.
· Must have current applicable welding certification with Zachry or be able to successfully pass a weld test.
· Must have experience welding multiple types of pipe including but not limited to: carbon steel, stainless, and chrome.
· Must be able to assist pipe fitters in pipe installation, preparation, and fabrication while not actively welding.
· Must have reliable transportation.
· Must be able to work at heights as required.
· Must meet all physical demands (see section below).
· Must be willing to assist with other crafts while onsite, when necessary.
Preferred Additional Qualification
· Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
· Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
· Previous experience in this position with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
· Current Zachry Certification.
· Experience working as an Industrial Pipe Fitter.
· Former experience working an a Combined-Cycle power plant construction project.
Physical Requirements
· Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
· Will talk and hear to communicate.
· Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
· May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
· Will work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
· Must be able to work in weathering conditions including heat conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.
· Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots.
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ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Weld Test/Certification Required
· Certification: HBZ-206X
· Weld Test: (2) 2” Ø .625” thick pipe
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (GTAW or Tig)
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (SMAW or Stick)
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Required Tools
· 1 - Metal Tool Box with Lock
· 1 – Stinger
· 1 - Tig Rig (combo welder's only)
· 1 - Welding Hood
· 1 - Chipping Hammer
· 1 - Pair of Klein Pliers or equal
· 2 - Crescent Wrench 12" & 15"
· 1 - 25' Tape1 - File1 - 4-12lb Beater
· 1 - Torpedo Level1 - Combination Square
· 1 - Pair of Welding Gloves
· 1 - Pair of Leathers (overhead welding)