Traveling Weld Supervisor

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units – Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services – we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

The Traveling Weld Trainer is responsible for the training and development of field welders at various job sites across the United States. In addition to training duties, this role involves inspecting welding work, material handling, storage practices, and the overall construction quality of new steel storage tanks, vessels, and structures, as well as evaluating repair work. The position reports directly to the Regional QA Manager and works closely with the various superintendents on a regular basis.

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short Term Disability
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off – Vacation + Paid Holiday

All benefits start day 1 except Vacation, which starts after 90 days.

• Know and understand the contractual requirements
• Know and understand the WPS
• Keep track of welder qualifications
• Ensure electrode and consumable materials are properly stored and conditioned
• Ensure proper fit up and cleanliness of field weld joints
• Know and understand welder skill levels
• Communicate WPS requirements to welders
• Be able to demonstrate if needed
• Own and lead the Welder Performance Development Process, including initial onboarding, follow‑up evaluations, and continuous improvement efforts
• Responsible for the completion of the Welder Performance Milestone Journey, ensuring welders progress through defined stages of skill and competency
• Conduct and document Welder Performance Reviews, providing actionable feedback and tracking development over time
• Showcase overall ownership of the Welder Development Program, aligning training efforts with operational goals and quality standards
• Deliver hands‑on training tailored to individual and site‑specific needs
• Assess welder performance through observation, testing, and feedback
• Create personalized improvement plans to address skill gaps and enhance productivity
• Provide performance insights and feedback to both Operations and Site Leadership
• Support new welders during onboarding and early field exposure
• Address field welding issues and mentor aspiring welders to meet company standard

• Leads by example
• Participates actively in safety meetings
• Actively participates in correcting unsafe conditions
• Daily safety input through I Care, JSA, Good Catch, 5x5 programs

• Ensure work meets drawings, standards, and codes
• Ensure and assist testing and NDE is current and properly done
• Ensure all work is completed and signed off

• Safety Questionnaire
• RT/UT Reports
• By maintaining a consistent presence in the field, the trainer helps ensure that welding teams remain skilled, confident, and aligned with company standards
• Travel consistently between project sites up to 75% of the time
• Complete any other task required

Normal work environment will be shop or field which will require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, working near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals, and airborne particles.

NP=Not Present, O=Occasionally (0‑33%), F=Frequently (34‑66%), C=Constantly (67‑100%)

Standing – C

Walking – F

Sitting – F

Pushing – F

Pulling – F

Climbing – F

Balancing – F

Bending – F

Stooping – F

Kneeling – F

Crouching – F

Crawling – F

Reaching – F

Handling – C

Fingering – C

Feeling – C

Vision – C

Hearing – C

Weight lifting 0‑10 lbs – C (Carrying 0‑10 lbs)

Weight lifting 10‑20 lbs – C (Carrying 10‑20 lbs)

Weight lifting 25‑50 lbs – O (Carrying 25‑50 lbs)

Weight lifting 50‑100 lbs – O (Carrying 50‑100 lbs)

Weight lifting 100 lbs+ – O (Carrying 100 lbs+)

Lifting 10 pounds maximum and…