Prefab Shop Welder (Req #: 122) at Questec – Columbia, Missouri

QuesTec Mechanical is looking for a welder to join our team in our prefab shop. QuesTec welders will perform welding on a variety of piping and metal structures including stainless steel and carbon steel. This position will be working in our in our prefabrication shop. Pay for this position will be based on experience.

1. Able to perform quality and consistent MIG, TIG, and Stick welding procedures on pipe
2. Use additional joining methods such as soldering or brazing
3. Read blueprints and drawings to gain context about how the completed pipe welds will be incorporated within building systems
4. Able to apply rigging procedures as needed to place finished pipe
5. Perform quality control inspection of welds
6. Fabricate metal fixtures by using different types of metals
7. Use various types of grinding equipment (i.e. grinders, end-grinders, etc.)
8. Use various cutting tools (i.e. oxyacetylene torch, plasma cutting, etc.)
9. Ensure proper safety procedures are always performed
10. Always maintain a clean work area

1. Must pass a 6G weld test prior to hire
2. Required Tools: stinger, ground clamp, TIG rig, 4.5” grinder, tape measure, levels, framing square, two-hole pins, center finder, channel locks, pipe wrenches
3. Experience in welding and fabricating pipe
4. Ability to follow instructions from management and work in a team environment
5. Ability to work independently when needed
6. Ability to work as a part of a team
7. Ability to lift 50 lbs., stand for long periods of time, bend at waist or back repeatedly while working on products
8. Ability to lift 50lbs independently
9. Ability to push, pull, carry, and maneuver heavy items (with additional manpower or appropriate tools)
10. Ability to withstand long periods of standing, squatting, stooping, and crawling (stationary positions up to 50% of time)
11. Ability to feel, grasp, operate and position items with fingers and hands

QuesTec Mechanical is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As such, we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.