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Journey Level Welder - Full Time - Chattanooga (TN), United States

Join our Services_AME  team within Services division in United States as Journey Level Welder to help us take our Tennessee operation to the next level. 

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

• Set up and operate welding and cutting equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret weld procedures, work orders, and technical drawings to meet specifications.
• Apply knowledge of metals and alloys, including stainless and carbon steels.
• Prepare, fit, and finish parts to customer specifications, including pipe, pressure vessels, and structural components.
• Perform pump component repairs, including defect excavation, weld build-up, and overlay.
• Plan and execute work operations independently based on weld procedures and job requirements.
• Maintains a safe, neat, and orderly workstation        
• Maintains welding equipment as required to keep machines in good operating condition and maintains welding supplies and consumables in appropriate storage environment per specifications 
• Assists in the disassembly, inspection, and re-assembly of pump equipment when required    
• Communicate effectively to ensure smooth workflow transitions between team members.  
• Support and assist coworkers, including training and collaboration.
• Supports, cooperates with, and participates in company-wide safety program which includes
• following all safety policies and procedures.        
• Supports and cooperates in Sulzer Nuclear Quality Program.          
• Performs other duties as assigned.        
• Works overtime as requested.
• Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, man lifts, and scissor lifts.        

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Completion of a welding apprenticeship program or equivalent training preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in welding, cutting, and fabricating metal and alloy components.
• Proficiency in GTAW, SMAW, and FCAW welding processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and apply knowledge of welding equipment and filler materials.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment weld performance qualification to ASME Section IX standards using GTAW in the 6G position.
• Ability to produce welds that meet nondestructive testing standards, including VT, MT, PT, RT, and UT.

What we offer you: 

• 15 days or paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with a 6% company match 
• Comprehensive benefits program, including, medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability
• Motivating wellness program 
• Employee assistance program 
• Service awards at 5 years

You will be part of the Chattanooga, TN office.

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.

Have a question about the role? Reach out to Silvia Mendoza at Silvia.Mendoza@sulzer.com. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

At Sulzer, you are empowered to deliver superior results. As a pioneer in industry we have a proud heritage of innovation and continue to evolve for the future. Join our story and create your own impact by developing your expertise and building solutions that help make our lives safer, smarter and more sustainable

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2023 in Brazil, China, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. Come and join our story!