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Pipe Welder

Matrix Service

Emporia, VAJobPosted 6mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Location
Emporia, VA
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

SMAW CertificationGTAW CertificationGMAW Or FCAW Certification

Job overview

Matrix Service is hiring a Pipe Welder. The Pipe Welder performs welding functions according to jobsite specifications, covering various welding procedures, brazing, and cutting on all types of pipe in an industrial construction environment. This role involves selecting equipment, planning layout and assembly, and welding high and low pressure pipe. The position requires adherence to safety standards and collaboration with peers and the QA/QC Department.

Key focus areas include Actively support the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values”, Represent the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics”, and Work well with peers, supervision and the QA/QC Department.

Successful candidates bring 5+ Years Refinery Maintenance Experience, Current SMAW Certification, and Current GTAW Certification. Important skills include Welding Procedures, Brazing, Cutting, Safety, High Moral Standards, and Adhering To Company's Code Of Business Conduct And Ethics. Preferred (not required): ARC Welding, SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Welding ProceduresBrazingCuttingSafetyHigh Moral StandardsAdhering to Company's Code of Business Conduct and EthicsCollaborationEquipment SelectionLayout PlanningAssembly PlanningHigh Pressure Pipe WeldingLow Pressure Pipe WeldingStructural Steel WeldingHandrail WeldingBracket WeldingNon-Piping Component WeldingAccuracyCorrective ActionBasic Hand ToolsPractical Welding SkillARC WeldingSMAWGTAWGMAWGAS WeldingWeldingPipe Fit UpGrinding

Qualifications

SMAW CertificationGTAW CertificationGMAW or FCAW Certification5+ Years Refinery Maintenance/Turnaround/Construction ExperiencePass Weld TestMatrix Service Safety TrainingProcess Safety Management TrainingClient / Site Specific TrainingActive Status Within Required Drug Testing ProgramPass Background CheckAuthorized to Work in the United States

Full job description

Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Perform welding functions per jobsite specifications, covering various welding procedures, brazing, and cutting on all types of pipe in a industrial construction environment.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

  • Actively support the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”

  • Represent the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”

  • To work well with peers, supervision and the QA/QC Department.

  • Select equipment and plan layout and assembly of welding.

  • May weld pipe of all kinds, sizes and alloys by process of ARC, SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, GAS, MIG, TIG, etc.

  • Weld high and low pressure pipe per specifications. All welds are subject to NDE testing including visual, hydro and 100% x-ray.

  • Fit up pipe in some instances, as well as perform grinding when required.

  • Weld on structural steel, handrails, brackets, non-piping components, etc.

  • Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.

  • Must possess current certification in SMAW, GTAW and GMAW or FCAW.

  • Perform other related duties.

  • Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.

  • Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.

  • Will talk and hear to communicate.

  • Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools

  • May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.

  • Will work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms using the appropriate fall protection requirements.

  • Must be able to work in weathering conditions including heat conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.

  • Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of five (5) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience. A general knowledge of basic hand tools. Must be able to pass Weld Test and have practical welding skill. Complete Matrix Service Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client / Site specific training. Must be able to obtain and maintain an active status within the required drug testing program. Must pass background check.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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