Pipeline Welder

WELDER

Overview

Job Summary:

Welders will provide standard maintenance as well as other responsibilities including welding as directed by supervisor.

DAS-CO OF IDAHO, a Whitaker Company, offers an exceptional benefits package including: 

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employees earn shares in the company – All employees have ownership in the company and its success. 
• Competitive wages 
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance 
• 401 K and Matching
• Paid Time Off 
• Quarterly Incentive Program (profit sharing) 
• Referral Bonuses 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Responsibilities

Roles and Responsibilities:

Including but not limited to the list below.

• Interpret plans, blueprints, and sketches of proposed structures in terms of the relevant specifications.
• Ability to understand and perform tasks by verbal direction.
• Inspect work sites to determine presence of obstructions and/or hazards.
• Lay-out, and assemble pipes accurately and according to production standards, quality requirements, safety requirements, code, design, and specifications.
• Position the weld set up, fit the piping and perform welds.
• Operating hand and power equipment including, grinders, saws, hammers, pliers, etc.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings & weld symbols
• Ensure clean weld joints and defect free work
• Be familiar with standard welding concepts, practices and procedures
• Perform all work in accordance with established quality standards and safety procedures.
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and performing minor mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs.
• Follow safety rules, regulations, guidelines, policies, and site-specific safety plans when performing all activities.
• Actively aware of surroundings near the equipment to maintain safe operation and distances from potential hazards such as underground utility lines, overhead utility lines, other equipment, and other workers.
• Maintain the flow of work under minimal supervision.
• Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored.
• Assist Construction Laborers with labor duties.
• Other light duties and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisors

Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Any vocational training is strongly desired.
• Those with an education and/or work-related credential from a secondary or post-secondary educational system will be given preferred interview status (Precision Exams, NOCTE, etc.).
• Strong knowledge regarding the operation, safety, and maintenance of equipment being used.
• Ability to safely operate equipment around utilities, field personnel, structures, property, etc.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, safety, and quality standards, and effectively utilizing all tools and equipment relevant to the work.
• Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Successfully pass and maintain an API 1104 Weld Certification per facility owner specification.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to and from work.

Physical Requirements:

• Able and willing to work long hours including day, night, weekend shifts as needed, and work outside of normal hours.
• Able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Able to work in outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, and job hazards.
• Good hand to eye coordination.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Das-Co Values:

• Build the Best
• Be Honorable
• Elevate Team
• Value Safety
• Embrace Ownership

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any driving violations that would prevent you from driving company vehicles? (DUI, license suspension, racing, etc.)
• Das-Co of Idaho is a 100% drug-free company. Are you able to pass a pre-employment drug screening?

Experience:

• Welding: 5 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person