Rig Welder - Austin, TX

Job Overview:

Job Summary**

Primoris Services Corporation is seeking an experienced Rig Welder for projects in Austin, TX. This role involves performing high-quality welding and fabrication on various heavy equipment and structural components in an industrial construction environment.

Job Responsibilities**

* Perform welding tasks using various processes (e.g., SMAW, FCAW, GTAW) on diverse materials (e.g., carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum) in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
* Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding procedure specifications (WPS).
* Operate and maintain welding equipment, including welders, grinders, and cutting torches.
* Prepare workpieces for welding, including cleaning, grinding, and fitting.
* Conduct visual inspections of welds to ensure quality and compliance.
* Perform repairs and modifications to existing structures and equipment.
* Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies.
* Maintain a clean and organized work area.
* Work collaboratively with other team members and trades.
* Complete necessary paperwork and documentation related to work performed.

Job Qualifications**

* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Minimum of 5 years of verifiable experience as a Rig Welder in an industrial or heavy construction setting.
* Current welding certifications (e.g., AWS D1.1) are highly preferred.
* Proficiency in various welding processes, including SMAW (stick), FCAW (flux-cored arc welding), and GTAW (TIG).
* Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
* Experience with pipe welding and structural welding.
* Familiarity with various metal types and their welding requirements.
* Ability to operate heavy equipment, including forklifts and man lifts, is a plus.
* Must possess strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and in various weather conditions as required.
* Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
* Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Company Overview:

Primoris Energy Services is a major direct-hire contractor in the U.S. delivering self-performed turnkey industrial construction and EPC services. We offer these services to our clients within the refining, gas processing, chemical/petrochemical, hydrogen, power generation, mining, pulp and paper industries from the first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start-up of the project. Primoris forms a partnership with our customers and major stakeholders from early-stage engineering through construction completion and commercial operation, safely, on-time, and within budget.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.

• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.

• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].

• Pet coverage for your furry friends.

• Legal assistance coverage.

• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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