Tank Builder​/Welder; Nationwide

About PTS

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a growing, team‑oriented, nationwide tank construction company headquartered in Braddock, Pennsylvania, just outside of Pittsburgh. We have over 190 employees and branch offices in Texas, California, Kentucky, and Hawaii, specializing in designing, engineering, repairing, and constructing above‑ground metal storage tanks and related structures, including welded, bolted, and geodesic dome tanks. Our active projects span the petroleum, power, chemical, and renewable fuels industries.

• Positive Work Culture: a healthy blend of creativity, accountability, motivation, and teamwork through peer interactions.
• Professional Development: growth opportunities supported by a systems‑based approach to training that helps employees quickly find success.
• Intellectual Satisfaction: working on unique, challenging projects nationwide and building tangible solutions.

• Service: focus on serving customers, co‑workers, and suppliers, building a cohesive team that cares about group well‑being.
• Planning and Problem Solving: organized and efficient approaches to achieve productivity, always seeking better methods.
• Personal Development: support co‑workers' growth while pursuing personal advancement through mentoring and teamwork.

• Perform arc and torch cutting and gouging.
• Use generators, compressors, tuggers, blowers, grinders, and other power and air tools.
• Weld plates with 7018, 7024, and 6010 stick (SMAW), flux core (FCAW), and submerged arc automatic machines (3 o’clock and “goat”/tractor).
• Use come‑along, hydraulic jacks, hoists, air bags, winches, and other lifting equipment.
• Use tank shell buggies, tank scaffolding, tank ladders, and other specialty equipment.
• Perform vacuum box tests, oil tests, dye penetrant tests, and other non‑destructive quality examinations.
• Use gas monitors, fresh‑air kits, respirators, emergency rescue kits, and other safety equipment.
• Operate forklifts, man lifts, boom lifts, and other large lifting equipment.
• Apply knowledge of crane operations, including rigging and signaling.
• Read detailed erection and fabrication drawings.
• Plan the sequence and methods of fitting up, welding, repairing, and constructing tanks.
• Complete job safety analysis, safety audits, site‑specific training, and other safety training.
• Follow directions and work professionally with other crew members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Great communication and organization skills.
• Problem‑solving ability and willingness to suggest improvements.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to learn.
• At least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Willingness to authorize background checks.
• No criminal convictions for dishonesty, sexual misconduct, violence, or acts of terrorism.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to authorize motor vehicle driving record checks.
• Willingness to submit to pre‑hire, random, and post‑incident drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to weld is a plus.

• Competitive pay with annual reviews.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Culture of teamwork, learning, and development.
• Team environment where employees matter.

To Apply:

If interested, complete the job application from our website at  We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.