Fitter/Welder

Fitter/Welder

Job Description

Description:

High School Diploma or GED or 10+ years relevant Stainless Steel pipe welding experience, technical certificate and work experience may be considered in lieu of High school.
5+ years relevant experience in Assembly of Rotating Equipment Manufacturing,
Generally, five or more years related experience in shop environment. Experience and training in welding and cutting tools and processes. Experience doing gas turbine mechanical work and gas turbine overhaul work preferred. Preference given to applicants with specific expert knowledge of client Turbomachinery rotating equipment assembly (particularly RF and Datum range of turbo-compressors) including development and interpretation of technical assembly instructions, build methods and sequencing of core compressor internals and auxiliaries.
Inspects repairs, replaces, installs, and maintains all mechanical components, assemblies on gas turbines and compressor associated packages.
Work and communicate with Engineering, QC, Material Control, and other crafts in production.
Maintain and obey all EHS standards.
Assist doing alignments and Parts Installation.
15% travel
This position requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they are granted a medical or religious accommodation.


Your responsibilities
Perform work following all safety procedures and policies.
Reads and interprets drawings and schematics.
Weld: tack and certify mechanical welding as required.
Unless otherwise specified in contractual documents or engineering drawings, qualification of pipe WPSs and welding personnel shall conform to ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code. (GTAW P8 6G – must pass test)
Maintain certifications for welding skills.

Maintain a clean orderly work area.
Perform other duties as necessary.
Work and operate cutting rigs, welding machinery and measuring tools.
Review, Interpret complex Assembly instructions, specs and blueprints.
Inventory, clean and visually inspect all components and stage all equipment needed for assembly and safely offload incoming parts off transport using proper lifting/ rigging equipment and technical questions.
Summary:
Responsible for fitting, tacking, and welding components in accordance with detail drawings and welding standards. Work includes steel channels, brackets, angles, sheathing, assemblies, and subassemblies.
Key Responsibilities:

Fit, tack, and weld parts using fixtures, ensuring all dimensions meet drawing specifications.
Perform complete welds to required standards and correct fabrication errors as needed.
Incorporate approved design changes and fabricate shop fixtures from engineering sketches.
Meet production schedules, quality requirements, and labor targets with limited supervision.
Safely use hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment across carbon steel, stainless steel, and low-alloy materials.
Interpret manufacturing drawings, verify dimensions, and apply tolerance systems.
Complete shop orders and time documentation accurately.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow all company standards.
Work independently or as part of a team; may require overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts.
Perform routine assignments with basic instructions and follow standard procedures.
Physical requirements include regular standing and occasional lifting up to 40 lbs.


Notes:
6am-6:30 pm

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status