Welding & Pipefitting Technician

Job Details

Location:

Okmulgee, OK (74447)

Salary: $25.00 - $32.00 hourly (DOE $28-$35)

Hours:

M-F, 7am-3:30pm

Placement:
Immediate

• Team member must work in a safety conscious environment, including PJHA, Observation process, and compliance with all company/site safety guidelines and procedures.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on tanks, vessels, piping systems and structural systems.
• Position may require moderate supervision and follow-up.
• Layout and fabricate new and replacement piping systems, install valves and related equipment, and perform repairs and preventive maintenance in conformance with established standards. Assist in formulating preventive maintenance standards/work procedures and provide work order feedback on discrepancies noted in service delivery.
• Apply working knowledge of blue print reading, isometric diagrams, B31.1 Pipe Welding Code and 6‑G stainless steel; lay out, position, secure parts and assemblies according to specifications using straightedge, combination square, calipers and ruler.
• Weld components and assemblies using electric, gas, arc or other welding equipment; cut workpiece using powered saws, hand shears or chipping knife; melt lead bar, wire or scrap to add lead to joint or extrude melted scrap into reusable form; install or repair equipment such as lead pipes, valves, floors and tank linings.
• Observe tests on welded surfaces such as hydrostatic, X‑ray and dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications; inspect grooves, angles or gap allowances using micrometer, caliper and precision measuring instruments; remove rough spots from workpiece using portable grinder, hand file or scraper.
• Weld components in flat, vertical or overhead positions; heat, form and dress metal parts using hand tools, torch or arc welding equipment; ignite torch and adjust valves, amperage or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc.
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly and welding operations; develop templates and work aids to hold and align parts; determine required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
• Work from elevated areas such as ladders, platforms, scaffolding, etc., utilizing fall protection equipment as necessary.
• Must have flexibility to work all shifts including holidays and weekends as demanded by the job.
• Perform other tasks, including mechanical repairs and maintenance, as assigned by Supervisor.

This job description summarizes the duties of two types of welders: “Fitter Welders” perform much of the preparation work while the “Pipe Welders” are certified and perform the actual welding. Pipe Fitters are paid a higher wage due to their certifications.

• Ensures compliance with all company / customer regulations, policies and procedures.
• Achieves performance expectations set forth as part of performance appraisals, including employee development planning.
• Communicates with all team members to support the development of short‑ and long‑range planning in support of the company’s goals and objectives.
• Maintains personal tools required for the job, including an up‑to‑date documented personal tool list supplied as part of employment.
• Meets physical requirements of the job; physical requirements will be provided prior to employment.
• Performs assigned tasks in a safe, effective and efficient manner.
• Accurate and timely administrative duties, including time accounting and work order completion.
• Maintains positive customer and employee relations.
• Must pass background check and pre‑employment drug test.