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Original Job Post

American Welding Society · 5 days ago

Welding Foreman

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

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Responsibilities

Assist with material takeoffs

Prepare, maintain, and update a 3-week look ahead for assigned projects

Assist with RFI's

Conduct daily safety meetings (JHAs) when needed

Follow all safety rules and report safety hazards

Purchase miscellaneous material and items needed for the field crew

Ensure equipment is in proper working condition

Interpret engineering construction drawings and specifications

Track on-site materials with the project schedule

Perform or assist in welding tasks such as fit-up, preparation, repair, inspection, and post weld preparation

Determine required tools, materials, and welding methods based on project drawings and specifications

Follow welding procedure specifications

Examine completed welds for defects

Complete weld maps as required

Perform or assist in tasks related to planning, installing, and maintaining pipe systems and supports

Qualification

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Welding experiencePipe weld testsMaterial preparationWeld inspectionProject schedulingAWSAPIANSIASME CodesWelding standardsPipefitting mechanicsTroubleshootingPhysical dexteritySafety trainingProblem-solving work ethicsAttention to detailSelf-motivated

Required

Must have a minimum of a high school diploma and or it's equivalency with previous years of experience in the field relevant to welding and/or pipefitting and supervisory oversight of a crew

Welding experience required to pass pipe weld tests (SMAW/FCAW in all positions)

Experience properly preparing materials by clamping, cutting or applying chemical solutions to piping

Experience examining completed welds to ensure they are free of defects, smooth, and functional

Ability to prepare and maintain a project schedule

Working knowledge of AWS, API, ANSI, and ASME Codes and Standards

Knowledge of applicable welding standards

Knowledge of applicable pipefitting mechanics

Ability to troubleshoot and strong attention to detail

Ability to comprehend and execute verbal and written instructions and demonstrate characteristics of strong work ethics, competent and self-motivated

Ability to work outside in harsh weather conditions

Physical dexterity

Must pass pre-employment physical, safety training, background and drug and alcohol screen