Traveling Aluminum Welder - RMS Energy Co, LLC : Job Details

RMS Energy Co., LLC ?is a nationwide provider of turn-key services to the power industry. From routine maintenance, inspection, and repairs to equipment design, engineering, and installation, RMS Energy offers a variety of solutions to fit the power-related needs of our customers. ?For more information about RMS Energy, please visit www.rmsenergy.com.

To help facilitate our expanding business, RMS Energy is currently seeking Aluminum Welders?to join our dynamic and fast-growing team. This is a unique opportunity to further your experience working on electrical equipment in diverse locations across the United States, including power plants, hydroelectric dams, and other large industrial facilities, with a focus on systems such as Isolated Phase Bus Ducts, Non-Segregated Bus Ducts, and Generator Circuit Breakers. As part of this team, you will be responsible for all mechanical aspects of projects, including demo of old equipment, layout, rigging/setting of new equipment, and welding of aluminum conductors.

Preferred Locations: Texas; or other nearby states and neighboring cities.

Responsibilities:

* Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision.

* Work effectively alongside assigned team or crafts as required. Communicate effectively with verbal and/or written communication.

* Interpret construction, welding, and electrical drawings, and take or read measurements according to plan layout and procedures.

* Determine appropriate welding equipment or method based on the requirements of the job.

* Set up components for welding according to detailed specifications.

* Rig, lift, set, align, and fit equipment in position according to drawings and specifications.

* Weld Aluminum components in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead, 6G test required).

* Maintain equipment in a working condition and inspect daily for damage or safety concerns.

* Inspect, inventory, and organize parts and components for installation.

* Perform maintenance on and Inspection of existing, aging equipment for defects, damage, and deterioration.

* Operate electrical test equipment including Hi-Pot, Ductor, Megger.

* Fill out daily timesheets and job reports as needed.

* Operate company vehicles safely and within company policy.

* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

* 3+ years' experience welding aluminum components.

* 3+ years' experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG and MIG).

* Familiar with medium and high voltage electrical equipment.

* Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.

* Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and proper use protective equipment, working at heights, etc.

* Substation construction or electrical bus installation preferred.

* Experience operating equipment, including forklift, manlift, etc.

Other Requirements:

* Up to 75% travel required throughout the continental USA.

* Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; community college or technical school a plus.

* Ability to pass company drug and alcohol screening and background check.

* Valid and current driver's license with clean driving record.

* Current TWIC Card and CWI Certification preferred.

Benefits:

* Competitive compensation.

* Flexible work environment.

* Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits at the start of the month following hire date.

* Safe harbor 401(k) plan with a 3% non-elective contribution and free investment consultation.

* Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.

* Educational Assistance Program, to include paid memberships in professional associations, conference and training opportunities.

* Employee Assistance program which offers support on finances, legal, and counseling.

* Wellness incentives through our healthcare provider.

* Fast growing company with great potential for career growth.

Working Conditions:

This job requires the ability to respond to 24/7 call outs and to work extended hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Work may be conducted outdoors in all weather conditions, near low-, medium-, and high-voltage equipment and heavy machinery, in areas with elevations in excess of 100 feet, and confined spaces adhering to strict safety protocols. Exposure to loud noises from machinery is common, necessitating the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). This job involves risk of electrical shock. This job requires frequent travel between RMS facilities and customer sites.

Physical Requirements:

The position demands physical mobility to navigate uneven surfaces, the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, fine motor skills for handling small components and tools, and the capability to climb ladders and work at heights. Sustained physical effort, including standing, bending, pushing, digging, pulling, kneeling, crawling and reaching for extended periods, is required. Good vision, including color vision and depth perception, and the ability to hear alarms and communications in noisy environments are essential. Additionally, proficiency in speaking, hearing, reading, and typing in English is required for effective communication and documentation.

At RMS Energy, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and success. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, RMS Energy is dedicated to employing the best people, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. Our inclusive policies ensure that every team member has equal opportunities for growth and advancement, fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive. Join us in powering a diverse and equitable future!

No Agencies Please. Any unsolicited resumes sent to RMS Energy from a third party, such as an Agency, including unsolicited resumes sent to RMS Energy mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to RMS Energy employees, or to RMS Energy resume database will be considered RMS Energy property. RMS Energy will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.