COMBINATION WELDER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Updated: Dec 04, 2024 - The Combination Welder has proficiency in making weld repairs to various types of pipes, including carbon steel, stainless, and chrome, with a thorough knowledge of metals' characteristics and welding processes. This role involves assisting in pipe installation, preparation, and fabrication while maintaining the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The certified welder with a background in industrial pipe fitting and chemical plant construction is adaptable to assignment changes to meet production needs.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Combination Welder Resume
  • Welding Techniques
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Metal Fabrication
  • MIG Welding
  • TIG Welding
  • Stick Welding
  • Welding Safety
  • Plasma Cutting
  • Welding Inspection
  • Arc Welding
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Communication Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Work Ethic
  • Critical Thinking
  • Stress Management
  • Safety Awareness

Summary of Combination Welder Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Metallurgical Engineering with 3 years of Experience

  • Must have the ability to weld in 2G, 3G, 4G, and 6G conditions.
  • Heavy Wall Tube Certification including GTAW and SMAW to .620 wall thickness, SMAW unlimited and GTAW (Level 2), SMAW unlimited, GTAW unlimited, GTAW Inconel (Level 3).
  • Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe.
  • Must have current applicable welding certification with MSI or be able to successfully pass a weld test.
  • Must be able to follow and stay within the limits of the WPS (Weld Procedure Specification).
  • Must agree to affix stamp ID (Last 4 numbers of SSN) to each weld performed.
  • Must have all required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
  • Must have reliable transportation and be able to work at heights
  • Must be able to Stick and tie weld on pipe.

2. BS in Industrial Technology with 2 years of Experience

  • Ability to pass ASME coupon tests and obtain ASME Certified Combination Welder
  • Ability to weld mig, tig, and stick
  • Ability to use Quality Assurance instruments and read blueprints
  • Ability to lift arms/hands over one’s head
  • Ability to quickly move hand, hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp and assemble objects.
  • Ability to keep hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
  • Ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
  • Ability to see details at close range and follow standardized processes.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
  • Ability to handle light and average-weight parts.
  • Ability to use hand and power tools.
  • Ability to listen and learn from instructions, cooperate, and participate in the department's training program

3. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 4 years of Experience

  • Must be able to make weld repairs to pipe.
  • Must have thorough knowledge of various metals characteristics and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.
  • Must have current applicable welding certification or be able to successfully pass a weld test.
  • Must have experience welding multiple types of pipe including but not limited to carbon steel, stainless, and chrome.
  • Must be able to assist pipe fitters in pipe installation, preparation, and fabrication while not actively welding.
  • Must meet all physical demands (see section below).
  • Experience working as an Industrial Pipe Fitter.
  • Former experience working on a Chemical plant construction project.
  • Must be flexible with assignment changes needed to fulfill production needs
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a group