Welder

Welder - Job Summary

Applicant must possess the skills to work safely in an industrial plant environment. All welding functions applicable to the oil & gas production and midstream industry including but not limited to cutting, beveling, welding, preparation, clean up & repairs, field takeoff and measurement.

• Attend work on the schedule established by the employer and without excessive absenteeism.
• Follow all safe work practices and abide by company and site-specific safety policies.
• Assemble and install metal pipes and pipe fittings for stainless and carbon steel projects.
• Remove slag and rough spots from weld by operating grinders or scrapers to ensure smooth working surface.
• Use clamps, brackets, and hangers to secure pipes to structures.
• Employ knowledge of metallurgy to determine materials and equipment most suitable for a welding project.
• Clean and prepare work pieces using chemical solutions to remove foreign matter such as grease, rust, etc.
• Use heating furnaces and weed burners to preheat metal pipes prior to welding or bending.
• Cut and shape metal components to set specifications using power saws, chipping knives or other hand tools.
• Fill holes, cracks, and dents on metal work pieces or pipe products.
• Use micrometers, calipers and other precision measuring instruments to check gap allowances, grooves or angles.
• Have basic knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques.
• Assemble metal and non‑metal pipes and pipe fittings using threading machine.
• Study schematics, diagrams, and blueprints in order to determine the layout of pipes.
• Measure and fabricate pipe routings to match existing in‑line piping systems.
• Control and turn valves or regulators to adjust flames and ensure proper use of welding gas.
• Wear appropriate protective gear and ensure compliance with established health/safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot a piping system and conduct diagnosis to identify and fix pipe problems.
• Operate manual and automated welding units and equipment by depositing metal from electrode to workpiece and joining edges of workpiece.
• Maintain length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
• Weld in flat and vertical planes (all position welding).
• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Fabricate new or replacement parts for company equipment.

• Must own a suitable rig truck with welding machine. A complete rig setup is required including all hoses, torches, tips, beveling machine, clamps, rollout wheels, etc.
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8 and API 1104.
• Ability to pass 100% X‑ray site requirements.
• Downhill welding technique preferred.
• Previous welding experience in oil field in and around live process and high‑pressure systems.
• Low hydrogen stick procedures mostly.
• Ability to TIG weld carbon and alloys.
• 5+ years of industrial construction/ oilfield construction/ pipeline construction preferred.
• Current/valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work safely with others to achieve job goals.
• Self‑motivated employee that can take direction and follow daily job duties.
• Read blueprints, ISO drawings, and P&IDs.
• Education:
  
  High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) preferred.
• Experience – 5+ years’ welding experience preferred, 3 years oilfield experience at a minimum. Must pass the prescribed weld test.
• Must have a working knowledge of various welding codes, specifications, techniques and methods.