6G Code Welder / Pipe Welder

Company: JW Williams a Westerman, Inc facility.
Location: Casper, WY —JW Williams
Work setting: On-site manufacturing shop
Pay: Negotiable based on experience
Sign-on bonus: $5,000 for qualified candidates

About the company

Westerman, Inc. is a multi-site manufacturer of production and storage equipment for the oil, gas, and nuclear industries. Our high-performance surface separation and processing equipment helps customers optimize well-pad design, improve separation efficiency, and reduce equipment costs. We’re setting new standards for performance and value nationwide.

About the role

We’re seeking an experienced Welder to fabricate and repair pressure vessels, piping, flow coils, and other production equipment. The ideal candidate can consistently produce high-quality, X-ray-quality welds, read blueprints, and work safely to specifications in a manufacturing shop.

This is a safety-sensitive, on-site position at our JW Williams facility in Casper, WY. Employees must live in Casper or within a reasonable commuting distance. Relocation assistance is available and can be discussed during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• The Welder sets up and operates welding equipment to weld, repair, and fabricate production equipment.
• The Welder welds separators, glycol absorbers, piping, large- and heavy-wall vessels, and flow coils.
• The Welder produces consistent, quality welds that meet X-ray inspection and other applicable quality requirements.
• The Welder reads and interprets blueprints, welding specifications, and work instructions.
• The Welder lays out, positions, aligns, and secures parts and assemblies using measuring tools and fixtures.
• The Welder cuts, fits, tack-welds, and finishes metal components, and welds in flat, vertical, overhead, and other required positions.
• The Welder inspects work for defects and dimensional accuracy, supports hydrostatic and X-ray inspections, makes repairs as needed, maintains equipment, and follows safety and quality procedures.
• Weld low-pressure equipment, including heaters, reboilers, glycol coolers, liquid accumulators, building skids, and natural-draft combustors.
• Perform single-hand welding and pipe-fitting tasks.
• Grind and finish welds to meet quality and appearance standards.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

• 6G code welding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and welding instructions.
• Ability to produce clean, consistent welds and meet quality requirements, including X-ray inspection.
• Knowledge of metal properties, welding processes, welding rods, and fluxes.
• Ability to identify weld defects and structural imperfections.
• Familiarity with pipe fitting, fabrication, and metalworking tools.
• Ability to select and use power and hand tools safely.
• Knowledge of welding safety practices and occupational hazards.
• Ability to inspect work and use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, squares, and rulers.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and recognize when equipment needs service.

Pay, benefits, and additional information

• Pay may be negotiable based on experience.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
• Relocation assistance is available and can be discussed during the interview process.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid time off (PTO)

Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position. As a Welder on our team, you’ll help build and inspect equipment used in demanding industrial applications.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A WELDER 1 POSITION:

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or equivalent

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 1-4 years of Vessel Fabrication experience
• Must be able to clear a weld assessment screening, including Pass AWS/ASME 1 6G GMAW/FCAW
• Must maintain a minimum of 95% acceptability in NDE test of welds

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A WELDER 3 POSITION:

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or equivalent

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Technical training preferred but not required
• Three or more years of related experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in four or more welding processes (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, SAW) with ability to pass 2 6G (GMAW/FCAW, SMAW)
• Must be able to demonstrate welding ability and knowledge by performing ASME & AWS Code weld tests on pipe and plate utilizing four welding processes
• Must maintain a minimum of 95% acceptability in NDE tests of welds
• Ability to mentor less experience welders

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, up to entire length of shift.
• Must be able to exert moderate to heavy physical effort with lifting requirement up to 50 pounds.
• Must have strong range of motion.
• Must be able to sit, stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend.
• Must be able to see, speak, hear, and read.
• Must be able to read instructions and all measuring devices.
• Must use fingers and hands to manipulate tools and small parts.
• Must be able to walk over both even and uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
• Must wear all required PPE.
• Must be physically able to access all areas of the plant and grounds.
• Some aspects of this position may require working in tight quarters.
• Some aspects of this position may require close vision, depth perception, the ability to see small detail, and the ability to adjust focus.

**Salary may be negotiable based on experience