Pipe Welder at TEC Industrial, Inc. in Kingsport, Tennessee

Job Description:

Pipe Welder - Kingsport, TN

Must be able to pass Client welding certification for carbon, stainless, TIG, Stick- 2" x .625" (super coupon) GTAW / SMAW (GTAW root and hot only, SMAW fill and cap/2" schedule 10 stainless steel GTAW. SS is visual and CS is cut & bend at shop during test day
Previous pipe welding certification / 2 yrs min experience
Experience in an industrial chemical environment strongly preferred.
Set and adjust welding machine according to materials used.
Identify and resolve hazards associated with assignments.
Read blueprints, PID's or instructions from supervisors.
Check work along the way to ensure it's up to code and specifications.
Must be able to perform basic rigging practices, provide certification, pass client or company welding certification, as well as flagging practices based on OSHA 1926.1428.
Must be able to safely use hand and power tools and follow Company and site safety policies.
Lay out, fit, and weld fabricated, cast, and forged components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, and building and bridge parts, according to blueprints and knowledge of welding and metallurgy.
Select equipment and perform layout, assembly and welding applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.
Bolt, clamp, and tack-weld parts to secure in position for welding.
May assemble parts by bolting and riveting. May repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts, using cutting torch, straightening press, and hand tools, and be designated Welder, Structural Repair (welding).

T E C Industrial has been building a team for more than 75 years and offer our employees a full slate of benefits including:

Medical FSA-HSA
Dental
Vision
STD/LTD
Group Life/Voluntary Life
401k plan with Company match
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Accident plan
Critical Illness plan

Full Job Description
The statements below reflect the items considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Functions

Monitor and maintain building systems as assigned
Execute various minor construction projects as required
Willingness and ability to work various shifts and overtime on short notice, in order to meet businesses' needs.
Maintain equipment & clean around workstations.
Interface with supervisor &/or manager to give progress updates as required
Able to work outdoors in the elements
Work in tight spaces - physically able to climb up and down safely in proximity of manufacturing and process equipment.
Elevated work > 4' - fall protection required

Requirements:

Arrive at work on time, as scheduled, consistently, reliably, & complete each shift
Follow all safety rules and standards for the company and for the site
Understand and follow Instructions from the direct supervisor

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Physical Profile Requirements:
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.
The job requires occasionally remaining on one's feet in an upright position without moving for long periods of time, occasionally moving about on foot for long periods of time, remaining in a seated position for long periods of time, and/or climbing stairs, step-ladders, extension ladders and scaffolding ladders. The job also requires the ability to raise or lower an object of approximately 5-50 pounds from one level to another, the ability to transport an object of up to 50 pounds a distance of up to 10 yards, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder, the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly so that an object moves away from the force, and/or the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly so that an object moves toward the force.
Must be capable of operating a standard 1/2 ton pick-up for occasional delivery and pick-up of materials and personnel and hold a valid, unrestricted motor vehicle operator's license issued by the state of residence, and the manual dexterity necessary to operate a standard desktop computer keyboard.

AAP/EEO Statement:
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to foster a work environment that includes and embraces racial, ethnic and gender diversity and other individual differences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps us attract and retain the best talent, enables employees to realize their full potential, and drives high performance through innovation and collaboration.

T E C Industrial is a Drug-Free, E-Verify, Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Veterans encouraged to apply.