Pressure Vessel Welder

Gallop Contracting Group Inc.

Pressure Vessel Welder

Houston, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Pressure Vessel Welder

    Gallop is a leading industrial field services provider delivering installation and repairs across multiple industries that include petrochemical, oil & gas, consumer goods, energy, and utility services. Gallops project portfolio covers the entire value chain from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, maintenance, plant expansion, and turnarounds.

    Work Experience
    • Manufacture and fabricate finished metal products, equipment and components
    • Blueprint Reading/Interpretation Experience
    • Material Knowledge Experience
    • Pressure Vessel Codes/Standards Experience
    • Pressure Vessel Design Experience
    • Project Management Experience
    • Safety Protocols Experience
    • Weld Quality Control Experience
    • Welding Automation Experience
    • Welding Techniques Experience

    **Duties/Responsibilities
    ** • Adhere to strict safety protocols
    • Assist in non-destructive testing (NDT) methods
    • Collaborate with team members and other departments
    • Conduct visual inspections of welds
    • Ensure compliance with industry codes (ASME BPVC Section VIII)
    • Follow proper welding procedures
    • Identify/address welding-related challenges
    • Lead/promote a safe work culture among fellows
    • Maintain accurate records of welding activities
    • Perform regular maintenance of welding equipment
    • Perform various welding techniques
    • Prepare materials for welding
    • Provide guidance/support to juniors
    • Read/interpret engineering drawings/blueprints
    • Select/prepare filler materials
    • Set up and operate welding equipment
    • Stay updated on industry trends

    **Abilities/Skills
    ** • Attention to detail
    • Blueprint reading skills
    • Communication skills
    • Continuous learning temperament
    • Familiarity with industry codes/standards
    • Knowledge of different metals/alloys
    • Leadership skills (for senior roles)
    • Mathematical aptitude
    • Problem-solving skills
    • Proficiency in various welding techniques
    • Quality control/inspection skills
    • Strong safety awareness
    • Time management skills
    • Work flexibility/adaptability

    **Work Environment
    ** • Maintain a high level of precision quality in work
    • May be exposed to variable temperatures
    • May expose to sparks, gases, and fumes
    • May require working in confined spaces
    • May work in different shifts
    • Might need to travel to different sites/locations
    • Often work as part of a team
    • Project deadlines may create high-pressure situations
    • Wear appropriate respiratory protection
    • Wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • Work in noise/vibrations
    • Work indoors/outdoors

    **Physical Requirements
    ** • May need climbing/balancing
    • May need to lift/carry heavy materials
    • May need to work in various positions
    • Might need to wear respiratory protection
    • Need good hand-eye coordination
    • Often work for long-standing periods
    • Perform repetitive work motions
    • Prolonged vibration may lead to discomfort/fatigue
    • Welding can cause eye strain/fatigue
    • Welding overhead can strain the body
    • Work demands fine motor skills/steady hands
    • Work needs physical endurance