Install Welder

Job title: Install Welder

Work Location: On-Site per Customers Location in the USA

Division/Department: Field Install & Fabrication

Reports to: Senior DeJong Employee On-Site

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Having a strong attention to detail is necessary to complete work as required. Possessing a good understanding of welding techniques and the ability to apply those techniques to create quality work for the customer. Having pride and taking ownership of all work performed.

• Treat all fellow employees with respect.
• Show up to work on time and ready for work.
• Show up to work with appropriate clothing. (No holes or raggedy looking clothes, we are professionals!)
• Read and interpret project plan, P&ID’s and other written instruction to perform task at hand.
• Perform GTAW (TIG) welding of sanitary tube/pipe of 300 Stainless steel under argon purge.
• Complete all tasks in a safe manner and safely use all elevating equipment.
• Selecting proper filler necessary for the weld performing.
• Conserve resources whenever possible to ensure budgetary integrity and customer satisfaction.
• Trained in using various hand and electric tools such as TIG welder, grinders, band saw, fisher saw, etc.
• Complete tasks in the most efficient way without compromising quality.
• Being self-motivated with instructions given from the lead/supervisor.
• Using math and measurement skills, including the use of tape measure, calculator, calipers, squares, levels, clamps and straps.
• Working well with a team with minimal supervision.
• Ensure the working environment is clean and safe.
• Reporting errors in product to lead/supervisor.
• Communicate daily and/or weekly progress of installation with lead/supervisor.
• Ability to travel approximately 90% of the time, which will involve overnight stays. Mostly in the Midwest region of the U.S. but does include other parts of the U.S. and occasional international locations . Must be able to acquire a Passport and maintain personnel background such that individual can enter Canada for contract employment.
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal personnel.
• Must be able to maintain composure when under pressure and work with a team to meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive, professional attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices. Must be a self-managing individual that will take ownership of assigned project.
• Minimum: High school diploma or GED required
• Must be proficient in the skill of welding sanitary tubing using the GTAW (TIG) process, without the use of filler rod, while piping is under internal Argon purge.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to stand for up to 12-16 hours a day.
• Ability to walk, climb ladders, bend, lift and carry up to 50 pounds in an industrial plant.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly in person or via phone.