Shop Fabricator / Welder
- Amarillo, TX
- Primarily Shop-Based
- Full-Time
Spartan Boiler & Mechanical is the premier commercial and industrial mechanical contractor specializing in boiler systems, steam plant construction, process piping, pressure vessel fabrication, and critical mechanical equipment throughout the Central United States.
We are seeking an experienced Shop Fabricator / Welder for our Amarillo fabrication facility.
Our fabrication shop is focused primarily on heavier carbon steel construction of pressure vessels, piping, tanks, skids, and industrial mechanical equipment. This is not a sheet-metal fabrication or “tinner” position.
Our craftsmen build ASME “S” and “U” stamped equipment, Code pipe spools, blowdown separators, blowoff tanks, accumulators, and many more. We also fabricate atmospheric feedwater tanks, water softener skids, reverse osmosis skids, pre-fabricated piping assemblies, equipment supports, trailer repairs and customizations, and one-off custom industrial projects.
The work changes regularly. One project may involve fitting and welding a Code piping assembly from drawings; the next may involve laying out and fabricating a tank, building a structural skid for water treatment equipment, modifying a trailer, or solving a fabrication problem for a customer.
We are looking for someone who can do more than run a weld bead. A strong candidate understands layout, fit-up, fabrication sequence, welding, distortion, dimensions, and how individual components become a finished assembly.
We value true craftsmanship: work that is properly fitted, plumb, level, square, professionally supported, and finished with the attention to detail expected of a skilled tradesman.
What You'll Do
Fabricate commercial and industrial piping, tanks, pressure vessels, skids, supports, and mechanical equipment
Perform fabrication primarily involving carbon steel plate, structural steel, pipe, fittings, flanges, and pressure-retaining components
Fit and weld ASME Code pipe spools and pressure-retaining assemblies
Fabricate ASME “S” and “U” stamped equipment in accordance with applicable procedures and quality-control requirements
Fabricate blowdown separators, blowoff tanks, atmospheric feedwater tanks, and related boiler-room equipment
Build water softener and reverse osmosis equipment skids
Fabricate piping manifolds and prefabricated piping assemblies
Lay out and fit pipe, fittings, flanges, nozzles, structural members, plate, and equipment components
Perform SMAW welding, including work using E6010 and E7018 electrodes
Perform other welding processes as required by the project and applicable welding procedures
Read and work from fabrication drawings, piping drawings, P&IDs, sketches, specifications, and occasionally something drawn on a piece of cardboard or a napkin
Accurately measure, lay out, cut, bevel, fit, tack, weld, and finish fabricated components
Use levels, squares, straightedges, center finders, wraparounds, layout tools, and precision measuring equipment
Operate saws, ironworkers, drills, grinders, positioners, welding equipment, and other fabrication machinery
Perform structural fabrication associated with equipment skids, platforms, supports, and mechanical assemblies
Perform trailer repairs, modifications, and customizations, including structural and equipment-related fabrication
Assist with the construction and modification of mobile boiler and mechanical equipment packages
Perform custom fabrication for unusual industrial applications and customer-specific projects
Maintain dimensional accuracy throughout fabrication and welding
Control weld sequence and distortion to produce properly aligned finished assemblies
Maintain material identification and traceability when required for Code fabrication
Follow applicable Welding Procedure Specifications, drawings, traveler documentation, and Spartan's Quality Control requirements
Work with Authorized Inspectors and Spartan QC personnel when required for Code fabrication
Inspect your own work and correct deficiencies before considering a project complete
Maintain welding machines, fabrication equipment, tools, and work areas
Assist with occasional field installation or repair work when required
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
Ability to pass required background screening and drug testing
Previous welding, pipefitting, heavy fabrication, structural fabrication, or closely related experience
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to accurately read a tape measure and perform fabrication layout
Ability to fit pipe, fittings, flanges, plate, and structural components
Working knowledge of carbon steel pipe and common piping components
SMAW welding experience
Ability to weld using E6010 and E7018
Ability to read fabrication drawings, piping drawings, sketches, and basic welding symbols
Ability to use grinders, saws, drills, cutting equipment, and common fabrication tools
Understanding of fit-up, squareness, alignment, elevation, and dimensional control
Ability to perform physically demanding shop and occasional field work
Ability to work independently from drawings and instructions
Ability to work effectively as part of a fabrication team
Willingness to learn Spartan's ASME Quality Control requirements and Code fabrication procedures
Demonstrated history of dependable employment
Pride in producing work that looks as good as it performs
Preferred Qualifications
Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience involving:
Heavy carbon steel fabrication
Industrial pipefitting
Pressure vessel fabrication
ASME Code fabrication
ASME Section I or Section VIII work
Code piping and pipe-spool fabrication
Pressure-retaining welds
6G SMAW pipe welding
E6010 root and hot-pass welding
E7018 fill and cap welding
Carbon steel plate fabrication
Tank fabrication
Structural steel fabrication
Equipment skid fabrication
Boiler-room equipment fabrication
Blowdown separators or blowoff tanks
Feedwater tanks and related equipment
Water treatment equipment skids
Trailer fabrication, repair, and modification
Plasma, oxy-fuel, and mechanical cutting processes
Rigging and material handling
Welding symbols and fabrication drawings
Material traceability and Code documentation
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
Prior military welding or fabrication experience,
particularly Navy HT or Seabee SW ratings
Army 91E or similar welding, machining, fabrication, or metalworking specialties
Benefits include:
100% employer-paid employee health insurance
Dental and vision coverage
Health Savings Account
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Accrued Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company-provided specialty tools and equipment
Paid technical and manufacturer training
Opportunities to obtain and maintain advanced welding qualifications
Opportunities to develop advanced ASME/NBIC Code fabrication skills
Build Your Craft. Build Your Future.
At Spartan, fabrication is more than laying down a good weld.
We want craftsmen who understand how to take a drawing, a pile of material, and a set of dimensions and turn them into a finished piece of industrial equipment.
That means learning layout, fit-up, fabrication sequence, dimensional control, material identification, welding procedures, pressure-retaining construction, inspection requirements, and the standards that separate ordinary fabrication from Code-quality work.
We don't expect every fabricator who walks through the door to already understand every aspect of ASME construction. If you have mastered the fundamentals of welding and fabrication, we can teach you Code work.
Spartan provides opportunities for continued development in:
Advanced pipe welding
Pipe and pressure-vessel fabrication
ASME Section I construction
ASME Section VIII pressure-vessel construction
ASME Section IX welding requirements
NBIC repair and alteration work
Welding Procedure Specifications
Material identification and traceability
Pressure-retaining welds
Fabrication layout and dimensional control
Inspection and testing requirements
Boiler pressure-part fabrication
Industrial piping systems
Equipment skid design and fabrication
Custom industrial fabrication
A skilled fabricator can grow into Code welding, advanced pressure-vessel fabrication, field Code repairs, pipefitting, shop leadership, or other specialized work within Spartan.
All employment inquiries and applications are handled confidentially.
$20.00 - $40.00/hr - Based on experience and demonstrated capability.
READY TO JOIN SPARTAN?
If your experience and work ethic align with what we're looking for, we'd like to hear from you. Complete the application below and attach your résumé for consideration.