What are the responsibilities and job description for the TIG Welder - 2nd Shift position at Forum Energy Technologies?
Summary:
Under minimal supervision, performs welding applications within one or more work teams. Performs visual and in-process inspections in accordance with API and ISO quality specifications. Helps facilitate the team in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and solving welding problems that enhance through-put within the work team. Responsible for supporting the team and team's objectives. Responsible for training team members. Required to pass periodic welding tests and qualifications in compliance with qualification procedures.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- TIG and MIG welding on pressurized pipe.
- Set-up/run RT & UT Quality Vessel Weld Processes – 3 (GMAW, FCAW, GTAW).
- Set-up/run RT Quality Pipe Weld – All Positions (6G).
- Set-up/run UT Quality Nozzle Welds – All positions (6G).
- Set-up/run Carbon Arc Gouging.
- Able to make any UT or RT Weld Repair.
- Clean and stamp all welds.
- Set-up/run all structural non-code welds.
- Know how to run all welding equipment.
- Ability to read drawings, WPS’s/PQR’s.
- Ability to lead others and plan ahead – Good.
- Knowledge of PT, MT, UT, RT methods.
- Ability to make correct decisions – Good.
- Speed of accomplishing tasks – Fast.
- Ability to work safely – Best.
- Average Percent of weld repairs - <0.5%.
Skills/Knowledge
- TIG and MIG welding.
- Ability to read pressurized pipe schematics.
- Knowledge of welding processes.
- Must have a strong understanding of how to interpret and use blueprints, welding specifications, and welding procedures.
- Must be able to use and read welding measuring devices to include but not limited to squares, levels, and tape measures.
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent diploma.
- Successful completion of welding tests and qualifications.
Experience
- 1 year of experience TIG and MIG welding.
About FET
FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.
FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.
