Pipe Welder

Lee Contracting • Full-time • Pontiac, Michigan, United States • 6m ago

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

We are proud to offer our employees:

401(k)
Competitive Wages
Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs
Paid Holidays Upon Hire
Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
HSA with Employer Contribution
Paid Time Off
Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
Safety Bonus Program
Employee Stock Ownership Program
Work Travel Incentive
Holiday Bonus

Responsibilities:

Weld pipe in accordance with customer needs and specifications
Measure, cut, and bend various sizes of pipe and tubing to required angle/length using pipe cutters and benders
Copper Brazing and soldering
Threading and assembling pipe
Prepare, fabricate, fit, weld and install pipe to specifications
Install valves, hangers, supports and flanges in piping systems according to plans and applicable specifications
Repair leaks in all types of pipe systems
Assemble, install and repair piping systems according to specifications and appropriate trade and building codes
Setup, adjust, and operate welding equipment

Requirements:

Able to position weld in field and in shop atmosphere
Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial/industrial pipe welding
Carbon steel stick 6G 
Carbon steel TIG 6G  
Stainless steel TIG 6G 
Assist in selecting pipe sizes, types, or related materials, such as supports, or hangers according to specifications 
Cut or bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, or mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand or power tools  
Assisting with the installation of piping systems 
Has basic brazing, and soldering experience    
Assist with job layout 
Working knowledge of all types of piping systems
Must have the ability to read and interpret a written scope of work
Perform basic mathematical computations and use measuring tools
Must be able to identify basic trade materials by size, shape and function and safely use power tools and hand tools

Preferred Requirements:

Confined space entrant
PVC prep and glue 
Blueprint reading 
Confined space attendant/supervisor
Hot work
Tube bending 
Pipe Grooving
Megapress to 4"
Propress to 4"
Fall protection
Lockout tagout
Knowledge of mechanical & plumbing code  
MIG

Equipment & tool experience:  

Aerial lift Operation – Boom & Scissor Lift   
Forklift Operation - Material Handling up to 8000#   
Telehandler 
Setup/adjust welding machines and equipment, independently  
Hot tap (Preferred)    
Chauffeur LIC/Med DOT Physical (Preferred)    
Trailer Loading and Securing of Material (Preferred)

Rigging Requirements: 

Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials   
Utilize and understand the constraints of chains, synthetic, metal mesh, and wire rope slings  
Use & recognize rigging hardware including hooks, shackles, wire rope clips, clamps, eye bolts, softeners and tag lines    
Identifies common load configurations & positioning   
Rigger 1 training – trains on above

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height
Work in permit & non-permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment
Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards
Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
Must be able to work in cold/hot environments
Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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