First Class Pipe Welder

Work Hours:Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime and weekend work as needed.

Pay Rate:DOE and interview. The pay for 1^st class will fall within a range of 23.25 – 29.00, which will be determined at the time of the interview.

Brief Summary – PIPE WELDER:

The welder welds together pipe fittings and structural metal components as specified by blueprints, work orders, or oral instructions. The welder utilizes knowledge of working characteristics of metallic and non-metallic materials including the specifications of the particular equipment to be used in the process. In the sequence of work activities, the welder’s job follows that of the fitters.

The following is required of all levels:

• The ability to understand directions and follow instructions.
• Cuts, fits, and welds pipe for marine piping systems.
• Personally, signs QA documents for pipe joint fit up and weld requirements.
• Personally, signs for completeness of work in work packages.
• Torch cuts pipe clean and true
• Welds pipe without leaks in positions with minimal clearance
• Determines job sites, particularly those involving combustible material, are safe for personnel and, when required, hot work
• Creates and maintains a work site that is compliant with safety and quality regulations and policies.
• Read and interpret weld symbols or blueprints, schematics, and job specifications
• Working knowledge of the use and limitations of 6011, 6010, and 7018 (Stick Welding) and/or sil-braze rods
• Must complete a practical exam that includes the administrative functions.
• May be assigned to work any shift.

Pipe Welder Tool Requirements

1. Welding Shield
2. Chipping Hammer
3. Fire Retardant Clothing
4. Clear Face Shield

Skills Testing Requirements

1. PIPE WELDER
2. 1. 6” SCH 80 C/S Pipe 6G Position- 6010 Root- 7018 Cap
   2. 6” SCH 80 C/S Pipe 6G Position- 6010 Root- FCAW Cap
   3. 6” SCH 80 S.S. Pipe 6G Position- 316 S.S. Root and Cap

CuNi (copper / nickel) – When company need arises

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