Welder

Position: Pipefitter/Welder

The Rotating Equipment Group is currently comprised of 17 companies spread throughout the United States and still growing! Our aim is to be the primary source for rotating equipment and process equipment solutions in the industrial and municipal markets. The REG prides itself on providing a complete solution for the ever-expanding pump and motor industry.

REG represents some of the most reputable brand names in the fluid handling, pump distribution, water/wastewater treatment and fabrication industry. Our unparalleled service capabilities, whether in-house or field service, provide each customer with the problem solving and product knowledge to stand by our claim: we service what we sell.

Just as there are multiple components for an effectively running pump, it takes a team working together to be a success. A diverse range of talent resides in the Rotating Equipment Group, including engineers, inside and outside sales personnel, machinists, winders, pump and motor repair technicians, field service technicians, electricians, welders, millwrights, and more. Do you want to be part of a team in an industry that keeps America running? Join us today!

Essential Functions:

• Welds metal parts using gas welding, brazing, and various arc welding processes, including 6010, TIG & Root, and 7018.
• Performs thermal cutting and grinding of metal materials.
• Repairs broken or cracked parts; fills holes and modifies the size or shape of metal components.
• Clamps, holds, tack-welds, heat-bends, grinds, or bolts components to required specifications and configurations.
• Welds components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Monitors fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent overheating, warping, distortion, or expansion of materials.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must pass employer-administered performance tests or certifications required by industry or regulatory standards.
• Identifies defective materials or faulty equipment operation and notifies supervisors.
• Lays out, positions, aligns, and secures parts and assemblies using tools such as straight edges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient in selecting appropriate equipment and products based on job requirements.
• Demonstrates steady hand control, precision, manual and finger dexterity, and multi-limb coordination.
• Maintains focus and attention to detail over extended periods.
• Knowledgeable in the operation, maintenance, and repair of welding machines and tools.
• Understands raw materials, production processes, quality control measures, and associated costs.

Training, Education, and Qualifications:

• A combination of relevant education and work experience sufficient to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must be able to weld using 6010, TIG & Root, and 7018 processes in multiple positions.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Frequent exposure to extreme temperatures, fumes, dust, smoke, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, and loud noise.
• Requires heavy physical labor, including lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects; physical work constitutes more than 60% of job duties.
• Work involves potentially hazardous conditions requiring strict adherence to safety protocols and the use of protective equipment.
• Site visits may involve exposure to a wide range of hazards and require compliance with customer-specific safety standards.
• Physical requirements include finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, multi-limb coordination, and full manual dexterity.