Welder 1

Position Summary

Acuren Inspection is currently looking for a Welder to support our operations in Bensenville, IL. (THIS WILL BE A LAB SETTING)

This position will perform welding for casting upgrades, grind/rework/prep areas that require welding, and general mechanical duties. Works with numerous ASTM, MIL-standards, AWS & ASME-approved procedures as well as – Welding: MIG, TIG, Plasma & Orbital, Brazing: Torch Brazing & Silver Solder, Stress Relieve: Recirculating hot-air oven, aging and embrittlement relief.  

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures 
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements 
• Set up components for welding according to specifications. 
• Operate straight and angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded 
• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces 
• Repair castings and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps 
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws 
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety 
• Experience running or reviewing MVR’s (Motor Vehicle Reports) and experience submitting or reviewing background checks. 
• Ability to organize and prioritize work while meeting deadlines. 
• Excellent grasp of industry terminology. 
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. 

Requirements

• Recent graduate from welding school/program 
• General mechanical capabilities 
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG specifically)  
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings 
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.) 
• Metal preparations, remove discontinuities or defects prior to any repairs made by welding 
• Upon completion of weld repairs, surface contours require additional grinding and finishing to meet client’s specification 
• CWI is preferred
• Aerospace or NADCAP experience a plus

Company Overview and Benefits

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Employee stock purchase plan