Tube Welder

Position Description

Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial production and processing systems, applying knowledge of system operation, and following blueprints. 

Job Responsibilities

Select the type and size of pipe, and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
Plan installation or repair to avoid obstructions and to avoid interfering with the activities of other workers.
Cut pipe using saws, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe-cutting machine.
Thread pipe, using pipe-threading machine.
Bend pipe, using pipe-bending tools and a pipe-bending machine.
Assemble and install a variety of metal and nonmetal pipes, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
Secure pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers, using hand tools and power tools.
Install and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components or machines and equipment, such as pumps and cylinders using hand tools.
Install and maintain compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping, using hand tools and power tools, and following specifications and blueprints.
Increase pressure in the pipe system and observe the connected pressure gauge to test the system.
May weld pipe supports to structural steel members.
May observe production machines in assigned areas of the manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions.
May operate machinery to verify repair.
Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
Other duties may be assigned

Job Qualifications

Must be able to pass employer welding test or standard test to meet certification standards of government agencies or professional and technical associations.
Minimum Required Tool List:
1 each 10” & 12” Crescent Wrench
2 each 14” & 18” Pipe Wrenches
1 each Torpedo Level
1 each 2’ Level
1 each Chalk Box
1 set Box Wrenches up to 1 ¼”
1 each Channel Lock Plier
1 set Allen Wrenches
1 each wrap-around
1 each 25’ & 50’ Tape Measure
1 each Hammer
1 each Hack Saw and Blade
1 each Tri-Square
1 each Plumb Bob
1 each Framing Square
1 each Burning Glasses
1 each Center Punch
1 each Tubing Cutter
1 each Pipe Fitters Book and Calculator
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively
Work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments
40 or more hours per week with possible weekend work
Background check and drug screen based on job location/requirements

Benefits

We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs, and career development.