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Bilfinger

Welder Foreman

Bilfinger, Lafayette, Indiana, us, 47903

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Overview

Location: Lafayette, Indiana Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider. With extensive experience across petrochemical, oil & gas, consumer goods, energy and utilities, and government services, Bilfinger delivers services through consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, maintenance, plant expansion, turnarounds, and environmental technologies. This position involves permanently joining metal parts (such as pipe or metal plates) per layout, blueprints, work orders, welding procedures, or oral instructions using heat or electric arc-welding equipment. This description lists the essential duties and responsibilities. Duties and Responsibilities

Safety is a priority; employee must understand construction risks and bring them to the supervisor’s attention. Selects equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal, machining weld shrinkage, and welding techniques. Welds components in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions. Bolts, clamps, and tack welds parts to secure in position for welding. Sets up equipment and welds parts using arc, gas shielding arc, automatic wire feed, or gas welding equipment. May repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts using cutting torch and hand tools. Operates cutting equipment including torches and various power and hand tools. Determines required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques. Removes slag and rough spots with a portable grinder, file, or scraper. Welds pipe and pipe assembly components of all kinds, sizes, and alloys (carbon steel and stainless steel) using GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (Stick Rod) procedures. Inspects and maintains gas equipment, including changing gauges and repairing hoses. Disconnects, removes, replaces, and connects oxygen and acetylene bottles. Works with different types and sizes of materials. Must be able to TIG and stick weld on stainless and/or carbon (pipe size and material welded vary per site). Tests and inspects welded surfaces and structures to discover flaws. Reads blueprints and drawings and takes/measures to plan layout and procedures. Loads, transports, and unloads tools, equipment, and supplies. Assists in lifting, positioning, and securing of material and work pieces during assembly. Performs minor maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment. Observes and complies with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as requested. Basic Qualifications

Minimum 3–5 years of experience welding carbon and stainless steel. Must pass weld test as determined per site requirements. Proficient in reading blueprint and isometric drawings. Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills. Willingness to travel. Must wear PPE in designated areas. Must be able to work at heights and under pressure. Ability to work individually and in a team. Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements listed below in harsh and/or stressful conditions. Physical Requirements

Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. Ability to reach with arms and use tools above/over the head. Ability to perform repetitive movements. Ability to use hands to grasp. Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist. Ability to sit, balance and climb ladders, scaffolds, and other objects. Ability to carry tools. Ability to move in and around confined and cluttered places and uneven areas. Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift in all weather and temperature extremes. Vision adequate to perform all required tasks. NON-UNION Employment Type

Full-time Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Job function

Management and Manufacturing Industries

Manufacturing Bilfinger is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, you will be given written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS or SSA to resolve the issue before any action is taken. Employers can only use E-Verify after you have accepted a job offer and completed Form I-9. Fraudulent employment offers notice: This company does not solicit employment via email or social media. If you receive a suspicious message, contact compliance.helpdesk@bilfinger.com.

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