Welding Technician I

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At Enbridge, we deliver safe and reliable natural gas to millions of customers throughout Utah and we do that by fueling our dedicated and skilled workforce.

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The Welding Technician I is an entry level position that will support smooth, reliable operations of the department. Daily duties may require a high level of supervision and will be directed by supervision or as delegated.

Position is located out of Salt Lake City, UT and will work a flex schedule of 4/10s, Monday-Thursday.

What You Will Do:

• Assists in routine pipe fitting and layout operations.

• Assists other welders in lining up fittings.

• Conducts pressure tests on prefabricated assemblies.

• Maintains shop, field welding and construction equipment.

• Assist with inspection of company pipeline construction projects.

• Assist with routine or emergency repairs to high-pressure pipelines and facilities.

• Perform low-stress and high-stress welding and cutting tasks.

• Operate construction equipment, or pipeline tapping and stopping equipment.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Maintain day to day records and reports.

• Conduct shop tests (Hydrostatic and Pneumatic) for pipe and fabricated assemblies.

• Mark up engineering drawings for corrections and or substitutions to ensure accuracy.

• Perform final inspection of fabrication with drawing.

• Operate backhoe, forklift, overhead crane, crew truck/dump truck.

• Interact with DOT and state representatives and officials on job sites.

• Ensure contractor adherence to design, codes, and standards.

• Verify correct torque specs for bolts, gaskets, and material grades.

• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Who You Are:

0-2 years of directly related experience.

• Minimum Requirements (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications.)

Completed high school or equivalent (i.e. GED).

Possess a valid driver's license with a safe driving history.

Possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (strongly preferred) OR able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within 8 months of employment.

Basic knowledge of: routine welding and pipeline repair procedures and techniques, welding and construction equipment safety rules/procedures, high-pressure distribution system, in rigging of prefabricated assemblies, X-ray equipment, and safety requirements; fire protection systems, tools and materials used in construction.

Skills: routine operation of equipment such as welders, cutting torches, backhoe, crane, forklift, bevel machine, and pipe fitting equipment; operating construction excavation equipment; make layouts from blueprints or verbal orders; read distribution maps; use personal computer and related software, basic math; communicate effectively orally and in writing; communicate clear instructions to others

Abilities: Recognize and respond to emergency situations which may include changing flat tires, chaining up vehicles, operating jacks, performing minor maintenance, and operating two-way radios; contribute to a positive work environment; lift (50 lbs.), bend, kneel, push, pull, crawl; see objects at close range and determine the distance between objects; match and discriminate between colors; distinguish nature of sounds to determine if equipment is running correctly or hear gas leak.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiar with operating a ten-wheel dump truck, crew truck with trailer and/or mini excavator.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Obtain NCCCO Crane Certification, CDL, and/or API 1169, API-1104, NWIS CPWI V, at leadership discretion.

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:

Balancing, bending and stooping, climbing, crawling, carrying (up to 50 amount of pounds), grasping, kneeling, lifting (objects 50 pounds), pulling hand over hand, pushing, reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, walking, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement, grasping, kneeling, light – moderate lifting (objects up to 45 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement.

Mental Requirements (Both field & office) include but are not limited to:

Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

Working Conditions

• Office Work Environment Up to 25%; Outdoors 26-50%; Cold 26-50%; Confined spaces Up to 25%; Dust / Grease / Oil Up to 25%; Heat 26-50%; Loud Noise Up to 25%; Operating Machinery 26-50%; Pressurized Lines & Valves 26-50%; Travel 26-50%

• Works on uneven or slippery surfaces.

Test Description

Must successfully demonstrate welding skills through API 1104 weld test 12" Branch-to-header multi-qualification (cellulose and low hydrogen rod) and "in-service" low hydrogen fillet weld procedures and/or demonstrate ability to operate pipeline stopping and tapping equipment and/or advance proficiency in heavy construction depending on specific job duties.

Diversity and inclusion are important to us. Enbridge is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer . We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous/Native American status, or disability. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@enbridge.com .

Information For Applicants:

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.