Tank Welder
HMT Tank
- Baytown, TX
- $26.00-33.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Explore and follow blueprints and drawings, taking measurements to plan layout and procedures
- Prepare the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
- Prepare components for welding according to specifications (such as powered saws to match measurements when cutting material)
- Use angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
- Use calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces to align components
- Use manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions to weld components
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
- Check welded surfaces and structures for flaws by testing and inspecting them
- Keep your equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
- Travel is required (75%+)
- Minimum 2 years experience as a Welder using Flux Core (FCAW) and Stick (SMAW)
- Must be able pass 2G/3G/4G Welding Test
- Must have TWIC Card
- Solid experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures, such as Flux Core and Stick able to use the automatic welding equipment The Goat and the 3 o clock
- Experience with cutting torch and arc gouging
- Solid experience using electrical or manual tools, such as saws, squares, calipers and so on
- Excellent knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing, such as face-shield and gloves
- Good ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
- Agility, professionalism, and close attention to detail.
- Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program is required
- Professional Certification, such as AWS welding certificate, will be a bonus