Vessel Welder

JOB SUMMARY:

It is the responsibility of this position to perform all welding tasks necessary to thermally join pressure containing vessel equipment and components in accordance with ASME Code. The purpose of the position is to translate the engineering documentation into welded assemblies, using the materials and welding consumables provided, according to the qualified weld procedures, within the time allocated in the production schedule, and in accordance with GasTech Quality Requirements. It is the goal of the position to establish the GasTech Vessel Department as the most highly respected process equipment welding group in the industries, and for the clients, we serve.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position includes three distinct Grade Levels. The responsibilities of each grade include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Set-up/run RT & UT Quality Code Welds
• Set-up/run UT Quality Nozzle/Branch Welds
• Set-up/run Carbon Arc Gouging
• Able to make any UT or RT Weld Repair
• Clean and stamp all welds
• Set-up/run all non-code vessel welds
• Layout and Fit vessel components
• Set-up and run all oxy-fuel cutting/burning
• Ability to read drawings, WPS’s/ PQR’s
• Ability to lead others and plan ahead
• Knowledgeable of PT, MT, UT, RT methods
• Ability to make correct decisions
• Speed of accomplishing tasks
• Proper, professional housecleaning
• Ability to work safely
• Average Percent of weld repairs
• Reliable and Punctual Attendance
• Positive and Cooperative Attitude

A weld test is required: 

Plate Testing for Structural and Vessel Welding

3G ¾” plate 30º bevel. Open root downhill with GMAW (aka MIG) Uphill fill and cap with FCAW (aka Flux) Full penetration all welded from one side, no weld on the backside. The test will be side visually inspected by a QW-462.2 by a certified welding inspector per ASME Section XI QW-302.4, x-ray, cut and bent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

This position demands excellent technical and welding proficiency in pressure vessel manufacturing. The position requires passing a qualified Welding Test in FCAW and GMAW procedures and class-appropriate level of experience. 

• A high school or vocational school diploma or equivalent is necessary. 
• Higher vocational welding background is preferable. 
• Experience with ASME/ANSI Codes is preferred. 
• Experience in an ISO 9000 environment is suggested. 
• A working knowledge of shop scheduling, material provisions, shop layout and process throughput is highly encouraged.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Heavy construction and fabrication environment: constantly. Office environment: rarely.