Welder

StreamTech Inc

Owensboro, KY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Blueprints, Cleaning Equipment, Component Assembly, Engineering Drawing, Grinding, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Industrial Cleaning, Insurance, Nondestructive Testing (NDT), OSHA, Pumps, Radiography, Software Patches, Testing, Welding
LOCATION
Owensboro, KY
POSTED
2 days ago

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and safety-conscious Tank Cleaning Welder to join our industrial maintenance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for inspecting, cleaning, and repairing industrial storage tanks, vessels, and pipelines. This dual-role requires expertise in welding (SMAW, FCAW, MIG) as well as the specialized procedures required to clean, purge, and safely enter confined spaces.

Key Responsibilities

Tank Cleaning & Hazardous Prep

  • Operate specialized cleaning equipment-including industrial pressure washers, vacuum trucks, and pumps-to remove hazardous waste, sludge, rust, and residue.
  • Perform atmospheric testing using gas detection equipment to ensure confined spaces are safe for entry.
  • Follow strict confined space entry and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols in accordance with OSHA standards.
  • Prepare and purge tanks (degassing/steaming) prior to performing any hot work or welding operations.

Welding, Fitting, & Fabrication

  • Execute precision welding (MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core) to repair leaks, patch structural holes, and assemble metal components.
  • Operate thermal cutters and grinding tools to prepare metal surfaces and remove defective welds.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and welding symbols to accurately align and fit components.
  • Perform post-weld cleanup and inspection to ensure all work meets structural integrity and non-destructive testing (NDT/X-ray) standards.

Benefits include:

Company Paid Long Term disability, 401K matching up to 1.5%, and Company paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance for employee and dependants.

Employee paid Health insurance, Dental, Vision, Hospital indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability, and 401 Contributions.

About the Company

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StreamTech Inc