Pipe Welder - Huntsville, United States - Turner Construction
Description
Division:
Huntsville MainProject Location(s):Huntsville, AL 35824 USA
Minimum Years Experience:3
Travel Involved:20-30%
Job Type:
Regular
Job Classification:
TradeEducation:No Degree/Diploma
Job Family:
TradeCompensation:Non-Union Trade
Position Description:
Perform pipe welds on various types of metal being fabricated or erected in place on active construction project or within fabrication shop or industrial plant
Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:
Fully comprehend scopes of work per plans and specifications to complete job assignment.
Join metallic pipe components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment and techniques in construction of piping systems.
Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.Determine required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques to meet project specifications.
Develop templates and other work aids to hold and align parts.
Cut and grind parts using hand and power tools such as portable grinder, hand file, torch, and arc welding equipment.
Operate equipment including various types of welding machines, hand tools, aerial lifts, forklifts, backhoe, skid steer, excavator, compactors, and construction hoist.
Inventory supplies and give supply orders to Foreman for re-stocking.Ensure Trade employees, subcontractors, and vendors to comply with Turner standards, safety codes, regulations, and jobsite security.
Display high level of teamwork, integrity, commitment, and leadership in daily operations.
Fully understand work instructions, project signage, and safety instructions from tool and equipment manufacturers and prepare and inspect tools prior use to ensure safe and working condition.
Participate in daily Pre-Task Plans, follow safety expectations for operation of equipment and tools, select appropriate equipment for performing work, adhere to safety protocols to perform work, and wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).Ensure security of equipment and work area while conducting operations.
Identify, communicate, and escalate problems and issues to supervisor for immediate resolution.Track production of completed tasks.
Maintain positive working relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers and other employees.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years of pipe welding experience required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceAchieve passing score on pre-employment test related to trade specialty (e.g., bend and or/ X Ray)
Proficient knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction or repair of buildings or other structures, foundations, and framingAbility to understand, and interpret construction contract documents, drawings (e.g., shop, structural, blueprints, sketches, and/or building plans), specifications, scopes of work, vendor tags, and project schedule to determine dimensions and materials to execute work activitiesProficient use of related tools to complete work assignmentsKnowledge of and able to apply arithmetic and basic geometry to work tasksAbility to measure, read, and convey lengths with ruler or tape with high degree of accuracyStrong planning and analysis skillsAble to think critically and use good judgment to solve problemsAbility to take direction, work independently with minimal supervision, and in team environmentAbility to apply active listening skills, ask clarifying questions, and complete assignments as directedClear and professional verbal and written communication skills and engage with all levels of teams, clients, business partners, and managementReliable transportation requiredAbility to travel using various modes (e.g.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Performance of the required duties require physical ability to navigate work areas under construction, climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, and climb ladders, along with the following:
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electric shock.
The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.