Production Welder & Hydro at NORTHWEST PIPE COMPANY in Tracy, California

Job Description:

Get ready to grow with us!

Northwest Pipe Company is the nation’s leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products—and with over 50 years of experience, we’re just getting started! Our business is growing, and we’re looking for great people to grow with us. We’re immediately seeking a Production Welder/Hydro  to join our Northwest Pipe team in Tracy, CA. 

 

WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D Insurance (1stof month after hire)


• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time-off


• Weekly Paycheck


• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match


• Bonus Potential


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Safety Footwear AND Eyewear Voucher (day 1 of employment)


• On-Site Refreshments


• Employee Assistance Program


• Opportunities for Career Advancement


• Values-Driven Culture Committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety

 

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE:

Position, rework, fit and weld according to written and typed instructions, blueprints, manufacturer’s specifications and knowledge of characteristics of metal. Select equipment and plan layout, fabrication, assembly and welding.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Layout, position, align and fit components together using applicable machines, tools and equipment.


• Bolt, clamp and tack-weld parts to secure them in position for final welding,


• Set up and weld parts using welding equipment.


• Maintain sufficient knowledge of geometry, arithmetic, structural design, heat effects and allowances for thickness of metal to project location of holes, cuts and bends from blueprints, written and typed instructions and manufacturer’s specifications.


• Use hand tools and be able to correctly setup and operate applicable shop machines.


• Perform arc and oxy-acetylene welding, cutting and brazing on various ferrous and nonferrous metals, in accordance with established methods and procedures.


• Maintain production documentation per required procedure.


• Perform other work related tasks as assigned.


• Comply with all Northwest Pipe Company WTG and HSE policies and procedures.


• Test weld seams for leaks.


• Operates and controls the water pressure.


• Roll cylinder on to hydro.


• Records (accurately) the cylinder numbers, and special information.

 

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Test the seam welds of cylinders made on the helical weld machine for leaks by filling them with water under pressure.


• Operates and controls the water pressure in each cylinder tested.


• Inspects pressurized cylinder to ensure it is free of leaks.


• Welds holes detected by pressurizing.


• Change machine length and test heads for different size cylinder runs.


• Roll cylinders to and from hydro tester.


• Assist in the preparation of cylinder numbers and special information of all hydro cylinders.

Our organization maintains a drug-free workplace. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successful passing of a drug test and background check. Northwest Pipe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Northwest Pipe Company reserves the right to close the position, with or without notice, if a qualified candidate is identified prior to the close date.

Salary:

$12.00

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