Welder USW

JOB SUMMARY

Job Profile Summary
Provide welding support as part of the maintenance crew including but not limited to: Welding and fitting tasks associated with the maintenance/construction of a steel pipeline system in accordance with applicable codes. Performing general labor activities including: driving commercial vehicles, operating equipment, damage prevention, and maintenance and repair of pipeline and facility assets. Includes certain administrative functions associated with this position. Physical demands: walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and wearing personal protective equipment as required. Working conditions include frequently working outside with exposure to extreme heat and/or cold. Follows instructions and standard practices and procedures to develop resolutions to problems of limited scope. Work is closely managed, and assignments are provided. Work is primarily routine in nature. Contributions usually limited to assignment-related activities Individual contributor in an administrative, field or departmental support role.

Potential Travel Requirements: 26-75%

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Utilize oxyacetylene and electric welding equipment in construction and maintenance of pipelines, pumping equipment, above ground storage tanks, etc.

• Ability to read blueprints and fabricate accordingly.

• Demonstrate ability to accurately and safely complete tasks according to the Company Operator Qualification (OQ) Plan and System Integrity Plan (SIP).

• Operate medium-weight duty to full-sized trucks; load and unload materials; operate boom, winch, vacuum trailer, and other truck auxiliary equipment.

• Provide labor and/or inspection support on various pipeline and facility maintenance projects.

• Perform Damage Prevention activities including but not limited to line locating and ROW (Right of Way) Marking

• Provide assistance to other crew members, welders, or technicians as needed.

• Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and the ability to perform tasks in various environmental conditions.

• Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.

Education

• H.S. Diploma required

Work Experience

• At least 1 - 2 years related work experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing in English

• Ability to: communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers

• Ability to: work in stressful and changing environmental conditions

• Ability to: work under time pressure, tight deadlines and interruptions

• Ability to: use a personal computer with the Windows operating system to complete time sheets, send and receive e-mail, and access information posted on the Companys intranet Ability to operate a multi-line phone system.

• Ability to: follow instructions or standard procedures

• Ability to: compile and/or examine information and select the best action from defined alternatives

• Ability to: organize and/or analyze information and identify solutions from a range of alternatives

Licenses and Certifications

• Must pass test based on API 1104, Standard for Welding pipelines and related facilities, and ASME Section IX, Recommended Pipeline Maintenance Practices within 30 Days required

• Obtain a Department of Transportation CDL license with HazMat endorsement regarding truck drivers within 60 Days required

• Exhibit safe working habits and develop a working knowledge of company's procedures within 120 Days required

• Current API certifications and CDL preferred

• Must be qualified in specific tasks according to the Company's Operator Qualification (OQ) Plan required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Constantly)

• Walking: Moving about on foot (Constantly)

• Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Frequently)

• Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Constantly)

• Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Constantly)

• Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Constantly)

• Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Constantly)

• Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Frequently)

• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Constantly)

• Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Constantly)

• Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Constantly)

• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Constantly)

• Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)

• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)

• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)

• Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)

• Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)

• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Occasionally)

• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Constantly)

• Tasting/Smelling: (Frequently)

• Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)

• Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)

• Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Constantly)

• Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

• Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

• Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Occasionally)

• Outdoor weather conditions (Constantly)

• Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Constantly)

• Extreme cold (not weather related) (Constantly)

• Extreme heat (not weather related) (Constantly)

• Dust, fumes, gases (Constantly)

• Moving mechanical parts (Constantly)

• Potential electric shock (Frequently)

• High pitched noises/loud noises (Constantly)

• Unprotected heights (Constantly)

• Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)

• CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Occasionally)

Travel

• Potential Travel Requirements: 26-75%

Driving

• Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.

ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call ....

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