Pipe Welder

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Pipe Welding Supervisor

Grade/Level: High School Diploma or GED Amount of Travel Required: 0%

Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 7:00am-3:30pm Positions Supervised: None

Weekends as needed

Position Summary

Performs a variety of skilled pipe fitting tasks, including lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems. Examples of pipe systems include, but are not limited to: hydraulic, pneumatic, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, industrial production, processing systems, steam equipment, and pipe supports.

This job will require applicant to work outside in the presence of fumes, chemicals and dust.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI) are as follows: pipe components of the ship either repair or new builds are completed on time, to specifications, and within scope of the project 100% of the time, completes all required company training 100% of the time and follows all company policies and procedures 100% of the time.

Essential Functions

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. Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders.

• Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints.

• Attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment.

• Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods, Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.

• Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints.

• Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications.

• Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.

• Cut and bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, and mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand and power tools.

• Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications and using hand and power tools, Install automatic controls used to regulate pipe systems.

• Turn valves to shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches, Remove and replace worn components.

• Prepare cost estimates for clients, Inspect work sites for obstructions and to ensure that holes will not cause structural weakness.

• Operate motorized pumps to remove water from flooded manholes, basements, or facility floors.

• Dip nonferrous piping materials in a mixture of molten tin and lead to obtain a coating that prevents erosion or galvanic and electrolytic action.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

• Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.

• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.

• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.

• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.

• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience: Six months to one-year related experience, Prefer – 5 years’ experience with Pipe Fitting

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands Lift/Carry

Stand C (Constantly) Walk C (Constantly) Sit O (Occasionally) Handling / Fingering C (Constantly) Reach Outward C (Constantly) Reach Above Shoulder C (Constantly) Climb F (Frequently) Crawl F (Frequently) Squat or Kneel F (Frequently) Bend F (Frequently)

10 lbs or less F (Frequently) 11-20 lbs F (Frequently) 21-50 lbs F (Frequently) 51-100 lbs N (Not Applicable) Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable) Push/Pull

12 lbs or less F (Frequently) 13-25 lbs F (Frequently) 26-40 lbs F (Frequently) 41-100 lbs F (Frequently)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception)

Sense of Sound (hear alarms and radios)

Sense of Touch

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (safety glasses, hard hats, steel toed shoes, gloves)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Outdoor Environment, Excessive Heat, Excessive Cold

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

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