The ideal candidate is a certified SMAW or stick welder who is detailed oriented, focused on quality, and knowledgeable about pipe and mechanical systems. This role travels to construction sites and uses skills including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) to create and repair pipe infrastructure. This role operates welding equipment, fabrication machinery, power and hand tools to perform tasks. The individual is also a Licensed VT or NH Plumber.
Essential Job Functions:
- Reads blueprints and drawings to determine exact specification for job tasks. Takes measurements, plans layouts, and determines best equipment and method to complete the required task.
- Operates both welding and pipe prefabrication equipment to create quality pipe parts and systems.
- Utilizes both manual and computerized equipment and tools to cut, bend and weld pipe. For computerized equipment, routinely observes equipment to confirm machine efficiency.
- For welding tasks, sets up components for welding according to specifications, cuts materials to match measurements, operates grinders to prepare components, aligns components, welds the pieces, and performs quality inspection on each weld.
- Polishes seams, joints and rough surfaces prior to final inspection and, if built in the Prefabrication Shop, wraps finished components for delivery to construction sites.
- Assembles pipe and tubing sections, which may include soldering, threading, pro-press, or brazing tasks.
- When not welding, given the appropriate Plumbing License, installs piping systems used to transport water, waste, gases, or liquids. The Plumbing tasks range from ensuring systems are up to code, to preparing for site for pipe or system installation, selecting materials, mounting hangers, preassembling valves and fitting, measuring and cutting parts, installing plumbing equipment, tests pipe systems, and ensures installations match specifications.
- Always follows safety policies and immediately reports safety incidents.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Ensures assigned tools and equipment are properly maintained following preventive maintenance guidelines.
- Wears the necessary safety Personal Protective Equipment for each job task including welding, cutting, and burning work.
- Performs other duties as assigned. These duties may include backing up other departments and/or operating forklifts or construction lifts following the appropriate training.
Qualifications:
- Certified AWS welder preferred, SMAW and GTAW experience required.
- Demonstrated brazing and soldering experience.
- Plumbing Journeyman or Master NH or VT plumbing license required.
- High school diploma or GED diploma required and/or equivalent education and experience.
- Valid driver’s license required and able to travel to NY, NH, and VT.
- OSHA 10 certification is a plus or the ability to complete the certification within 14 days from the hire date.
- Has in-depth knowledge of troubleshooting issues with assembling and installing pipe systems, pipe supports, and hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
- Works quickly and accurately under pressure and can handle considerable stress
- Reliable, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as required (typically this position works Monday to Friday 8 hours a day).
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and stoop throughout shift.
- Frequently lifting or moving items up to 75 pounds.
- Occasionally required to lift, carry, or hold up to 100 pounds.
- Exposed to extreme temperatures when working outside.
- Ability to frequently climb up and down and work at height. This includes climbing multiple flights of stairs, ladders (6ft to 14ft), and working from extension ladders.
- Some repetitive motion required, including lifting and frequently uses hands to control tools or objects.
- Able to demonstrate vision abilities required for this job, which includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- The typical work environment is a construction site and fabrication shop setting.
What is listed above is representative of the position's responsibilities, which may change during employment at the company's discretion. Vermont Mechanical prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. Vermont Mechanical encourages women, minorities, low-income applicants, and people with disabilities to apply.
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: On the road
