Welder
Veolia North America

Company Description

Veolia Group Water Technologies and Solutions brings together experienced professionals in pursuit of the same goal to solve the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, the environment and energy. We're always looking for passionate and creative people to help us in this mission.

Job Description

Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions is looking for a qualified Welder to assist the fabrication teams at its Norfolk, VA Service Center. This position involves working on a team responsible for the manufacture and upkeep of several permanent and mobile specialized water purification systems.

Responsibilities and Job Functions

The Welder/Pipe Fitter is responsible for fitting,welding and polishing work assigned by the Shop Lead or Fabrication Manager. The welder will fabricate, weld pipe, and various metals to support the production and manufacturing of specialized water treatment equipment.

• Welds stainless steel piping using GTAW.

• Welds bracing using (predominantly) GTAW, (rarely) SMAW, GMAW and other methods as required.

• Fabricates parts to build specialized equipment.

• Ensures welds are made to specification.

• Reads blueprints to facilitate the building of specialized equipment.

• Cuts various materials using saw, torch, plasma and other methods.

• Layout,fit, weld and finish components per drawing.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma / GED or technical degree is preferred.

• Minimum of 2 years of work-related experience with fabrication (fit up and welding) of metal piping, frames and braces.

• AWS or ASME certifications preferred.

• Experience with GTAW and GTAW welding processes.

• Experience in stainless steel manufacturing preferred.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Capable of performing physical acts such as lifting, climbing and manual dexterity

• Must be certified in forklift operation within 90 days of employment

• Must have minimum welding tools-shield, gloves, leathers, basic tools

Desired Characteristics:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in pipefitting, fabrication, and operation of drill press, belt sander, band saw, ironworker and bench grinder

• Experience in reading P&IDs

• AWS or ASME Welding certification

• Knowledgeable and committed to Environmental, Health & Safety practices

• Knowledge of basic inventory control concepts

• Knowledge of basic quality control concepts

• Excellent communication skills

• Diligent

• Customer focus

• Teamwork

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral,diagram, or schedule form.

Additional Information

We offer competitive compensation and benefits working in a dynamic environment with challenging projects and training provided to ensure your success.

We realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We're an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every level and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.