Combo welder

Position Summary

A Combination Welder will weld, fabricate and assist pipe fitters in installation of varying types of industrial pipe into the projects piping systems.

Qualification Highlights

• Must have the ability to weld in g, g, and g conditions.
• Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe.
• Must have current applicable welding certification with Zachry or be able to successfully pass a weld test.
• Must have years welding experience.
• Must have all required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all the tools listed below upon start date.

Position Responsibilities

• Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques.
• Layout, position, aligns, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and in various places.
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or arc gas welding equipment.
• Weld metal materials to piping systems equipment using the appropriate welding procedure for the various equipment and metal types involved.
• Identify all equipment for job and process.
• Identify all safety risks and requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to read blue prints and other engineering drawings in order to efficiently perform work.
• Me able to read and interrupt technical manuals as applicable.
• Must have years experience welding experience on industrial size and grade pipe. (Schedules : , , and )
• Must have the ability to weld in g, g, and g conditions.
• Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe.
• Must have thorough knowledge of various metals characteristic and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.
• Must have current applicable welding certification with Zachry or be able to successfully pass a weld test.
• Must have experience welding multiple types of pipe including but not limited to : carbon steel, stainless, and chrome.
• Must be able to assist pipe fitters in pipe installation, preparation, and fabrication while not actively welding.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work at heights as required.
• Must meet all physical demands (see section below).
• Must be willing to assist with other crafts while onsite, when necessary.

Preferred Additional Qualification

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Previous experience in this position with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Current Zachry Certification.
• Experience working as an Industrial Pipe Fitter.
• Former experience working an a Combined-Cycle power plant construction project.

Physical Requirements

• 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 lbs.
• 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.

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Weld Test / Certification Required

• Certification : HBZ-X
• Weld Test : () Ø . thick pipe

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process (GTAW or Tig)

Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process (SMAW or Stick)

Required Tools

• Metal Tool Box with Lock
• Stinger
• Tig Rig (combo welder's only)
• Welding Hood
• Chipping Hammer
• Pair of Klein Pliers or equal
• Crescent Wrench " & "
• Tape - File - -lb Beater
• Torpedo Level - Combination Square
• Pair of Welding Gloves
• Pair of Leathers (overhead welding)

Last updated : 2024-04-29