Vessel Welder

Company: Petrosmith Equipment
Location: Abilene
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Job description Petrosmith a leading provider of production equipment for the oil and gas industry is currently looking for experienced Vessel and Piping Welders to join our team. Our Fabrication Shop specializes in Vessels used in the Oilfield Industry. Welders will be responsible for welding pressure vessels experience is required must be able to pass a 6G or 3G weld test. Responsibilities: Interprets drawings and specifications Welds carbon steel and components using weld procedures Fit-up ANSI flanges to pipe, forged flanges to shells and profile nozzles to match required shell. Lay-out nozzles and other sub assembly location in shell components Burns and grinds nozzle cutouts in shell to meet engineering tolerances Uses flame cutting torch, carbon arc gouging, plasma arc, portable grinders and other tools. Uses overhead cranes, jib cranes and other lifting/ rigging devices to move components in a safe manner. Completing jobs based on standard shop procedures Conforms to shop quality practices and procedures Conforms to safety requirements of the shop Works productively with others to help determine best solutions Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Proficient in basic math including addition/ subtraction of whole numbers, fractions and decimals Proficient in reading a tape measure/ rulers in increments of 1/16” Ability to read blue prints Ability to understand manufacturing sequence in a vessel fabrication shop Ability to use various welding, grinding and fitting tools Ability to follow shop procedures, quality procedures and safety practices. Ability to pass 6G or 3G welding test Requires pressure vessel shop fabrication experience Ability to lift materials job components up to 50 pounds Ability to arrive to work on time Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Shift: 10 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate: Mineral Wells, TX 76067: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Experience: Welding: 3 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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