Hiring Vessel Welders!

Hiring Vessel Welders!


Company
Spitzer Industries
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
9 hours ago
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Spitzer, a recognized industry leader in designing and fabricating high-specification equipment, is currently seeking Vessel Welders to join our team.

What Does a Week in the Life of the Vessel Welder Look Like?
• Understand and follow safety policies and procedures of the shop.
• Conforms to shop quality practices and procedures.
• Experience on Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) & Gouge to apply root pass.
• Set up components and weld metal parts together, using both gas welding and any combination of arc welding processes.
• Analyze defective equipment and identify appropriate defective equipment and inform supervisor.
• Weld metal components together to fabricate products according to engineering drawings or work orders.
• Ability to manipulate heat during the welding process to maintain nozzles & couplings to the right level and degrees.
• Ability to know how to adjust min/ max tolerance gaps to start the welding process to maintain the welded components within tolerance.
• Ability to make a full penetration on nozzle to shell that doesn’t require back weld by welding specification.
• Practices good housekeeping skills and properly disposes of metal wastes according to safety and environmental policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Foreman.

Skills (to Pay the Bills)

Here's a list of a few competencies that the Vessel Welder at Spitzer should have…
• Ability to follow shop procedures, quality procedures and safely practices.
• Must have verbal skills with fluency for the responsibilities assigned.
• Two to four years of experience in welding fabrication of vessels.
• Must be able to read and follow welding procedures.
• Must be able to perform 6G, 6” and 2” 45 degrees weld test.
• Must be required to pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards of professional and technical associations.

What's it like to be a part of the Spitzer Family?

Spitzer is a fast-paced company that focuses on exceeding our customers’ expectations on every project. We believe we provide exceptional value through the quality of our work, our commitment to safety and by delivering products on schedule. You'll find a unique team of individuals who continue to push the boundaries of what is possible. A diverse team, a great culture, and a positive work environment are just some of the things that make working at Spitzer so rewarding.

Employee Driven Benefits

At Spitzer, we take pride in listening to what our employees want in benefits. We've come up with a unique set of employee benefits and designed them around our culture.
• Health Care Insurance (multiple plans to choose from!)
• Dental Benefit options
• 401k plan
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off that begins accruing your first day of employment
• Eight paid company holidays
• Plenty of Overtime Opportunities!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Discounts with LifeMart!!

Oh, and $alary

Of course, we didn't forget salary… Spitzer offers competitive pay depending on education, certifications, and experience.

Work Schedule

Spitzer currently runs two shifts, Monday through Friday with overtime on weekend work as needed. Late afternoon/evening/weekend hours may be required as needed. Work schedules may change to accommodate production needs.

Application Process

If this sounds like a great opportunity to you, follow the steps below:
• Visit our website to apply to complete Online Application
• Apply in Person at one of our locations:
• Fisher Division: 10543 Fisher Rd, Houston, TX 77041

We look forward to hearing from you!

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