Independent Contractor Rig Welder Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Pipe Welder position supports mechanical contracting and service operations by performing SMAW (stick) welding. They are responsible for assisting the team in other areas of project installation if welding work is limited.

Brady has brought together some of the best minds in building service technology, engineering, installation, and customer service - and we're looking for more. As a leading Trane® independent office, we bring efficient, reliable, and secure building solutions throughout central and eastern North Carolina. Whether you're entry level or a senior technician, Brady wants you to join our growing community of Associates!

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Employer sponsored Short- and Long-term Disability
• Employer sponsored life insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Career growth & training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company vehicle provided
• Uniform allowance
  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Perform stick welding on various commercial HVAC installation jobs.
• Provides welding instruction to the Welding Helpers if needed
• Interprets piping diagrams related to the job
• Communicates with lead man on supplies needed to complete project
• Works in a team to rig and install necessary systems components
• Maintains updated certification in welding
• Assists other team members with job duties as necessary
• Maintain service uniform wear such as hats, shirts, pants, and shoes to ensure compliance with company dress code
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, legal regulations, and recommended best practices
• Collaborate with all Associates to uphold the company's mission and values
• Travel up to 50% of the time as required
• Must be able to work overtime/weekends as required
  

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school or general education degree (GED) with certification in welding experience from an accredited trade school or institution
• 1+ years of welding experience or training
• Proficiency with computer devices (including smart phones) and working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Apple iOS software
• Must be able to pass internal welding test
• Ability to pass drug screening
• Ability to prove US employment eligibility
• Must possess a valid drivers license
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE:

The physical demands and environmental exposure described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Material handling demands include lifting from floor level to overhead
• Ability to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 25 pounds regularly
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, balance, and climb with occasional sitting and laying
• Regularly considered in the Very Heavy Physical Demand Classification (PDC)
• Regularly required to talk and/or hear; use hands to operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Noise level is usually loud
• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and mechanical/equipment rooms
• Occasionally exposed to extreme weather conditions
• During job site visits, the Associate is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration
  

Brady strives to provide an environment free of discrimination as part of our mission to care for each other, our customers, and our community. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.