Job Description

CCI Industrial Services is seeking an experienced Welder to support fabrication, installation, and repair activities for our data center projects. This role is responsible for performing quality welds on piping systems, structural components, and mechanical equipment in accordance with project specifications and applicable welding standards. The ideal candidate has strong welding skills, the ability to interpret technical drawings, and a commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

CCI Industrial Services provides quality-driven, cost-effective construction, maintenance, industrial cleaning, power generation, and transportation services to support resource development companies in Alaska and the lower 48 states. CCI Industrial Services leads the industry in Safety, Innovation, and Excellence. Each CCI employee is responsible for upholding CCI’s Mission, Vision, and Values, as these are a crucial part of CCI’s strategic plan for success.

Essential Duties & Job Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Be a Safety Leader! Ensure the resources and commitment to HSE is of top priority for all employees within the company.
• Maintain 100% “Safety Standards and Accountability” in all areas or mandatory/regulatory requirements, which include:
• Maintain compliance with the required HSE Training.
• Taking necessary action when behaviors or conditions around you may be unsafe.
• Reporting and addressing all potential safety concerns/incidents/issues promptly and willingly participate and assist in any investigation that may relate to a safety incident.
• Performs work in strict compliance with permitting requirements and other compliance-oriented directives.
• Participating in safety meetings, working safely, and maintaining a safe work environment as an employee and representative of CCI Industrial Services.
• Document and record any injury or near miss incident that may occur while you are working.
• Demonstrate and promote safe work practices by participating in JSA reviews, pre-job walkdowns and safety START card preparations covering work activities and materials required by the company and the client.
• Promote and participate in Safety Programs.
• Must be available to work either day or night shifts, based on operational needs.
• Perform welding, fabrication, assembly, and repair of metal components, piping systems, supports, and structural materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, fabrication drawings, and technical specifications.
• Perform welding using applicable processes, including SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW, as required by the project.
• Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and other materials in accordance with project specifications and approved welding procedures.
• Fabricate, fit, align, and join metal components to meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Support installation and fabrication of piping systems, equipment supports, structural components, and mechanical infrastructure.
• Prepare materials and surfaces for welding, including cutting, grinding, cleaning, and joint preparation.
• Inspect completed welds for defects and ensure work meets applicable quality standards and specifications.
• Perform weld repairs and modifications as necessary to meet project requirements.
• Coordinate with pipefitters, boilermakers, ironworkers, and other construction personnel to support project activities.
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas in safe and operational condition.
• Follow approved welding procedures, quality control requirements, and applicable industry codes.
• Identify and report material defects, welding issues, and potential safety concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support data center construction and operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of welding processes, techniques, materials, and fabrication practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, fabrication drawings, and technical specifications.
• Proficiency with applicable welding processes, including SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW.
• Knowledge of carbon steel, stainless steel, and other commonly used construction materials.
• Ability to perform proper joint preparation, material fit-up, alignment, and welding techniques.
• Understanding of welding quality requirements, inspection methods, and applicable industry codes.
• Ability to identify weld defects and perform appropriate repairs.
• Knowledge of welding equipment, cutting tools, grinding equipment, and related fabrication tools.
• Strong attention to detail, hand-eye coordination, and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other skilled trades.
• Knowledge of hot work procedures, fire prevention, PPE requirements, and general construction safety practices.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of professional welding experience in commercial, industrial, or construction environments.
• Demonstrated experience with one or more common welding processes, such as SMAW, GTAW, or GMAW.
• Ability to read and interpret welding symbols, blueprints, and fabrication drawings.
• Experience welding and fabricating metal components in accordance with project specifications.
• Ability to safely operate welding machines, cutting tools, and fabrication equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, and lifting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures and quality requirements.
• Must successfully complete and pass a company-administered welding skills assessment in accordance with applicable project requirements and welding standards. Employment offer is contingent upon successful completion of the required weld test.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in data centers, mission-critical facilities, industrial facilities, or large-scale commercial construction projects.
• Experience welding piping systems, pressure-containing components, structural supports, and mechanical infrastructure.
• Experience with carbon steel, stainless steel, and specialty alloy welding.
• Current welding certifications or qualifications in applicable processes and positions, such as AWS or ASME qualifications.
• Experience with pipe welding in multiple positions, including 2G, 5G, and 6G, as applicable.
• Familiarity with welding procedure specifications (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQR), and welder qualification records (WQTR).
• Experience supporting mechanical systems, chilled water piping, condenser water systems, and other data center infrastructure.
• Knowledge of weld inspection methods, including visual inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) requirements.
• Completion of a recognized welding apprenticeship program or relevant trade school.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety training.

Work Environment

The Welder works primarily in active construction, fabrication, mechanical, and data center environments, including indoor and outdoor work areas. The position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in various positions, including elevated or restricted-access areas. Work involves exposure to welding fumes, heat, sparks, loud noise, and other construction-related conditions. The employee may be required to perform hot work in designated areas and work around other construction trades and operating equipment. Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), adherence to hot work permits, fire prevention procedures, site safety protocols, and data center security requirements is mandatory.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A pre-hire post offer Human Performance Evaluation (HPE) will be conducted to determine an employee’s ability to perform to the job standard. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• MOBILITY: Must be able to access all controls and all parts of machinery for service. Must be able to push/pull 50 pounds for 20 feet.
• LIFTING: Must be able to routinely lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist, 50 pounds from waist level to shoulder height and carry 50 pounds for 20 feet.
• HEARING: Must be able to hear audible safety alarms.
• VISUAL ACUITY: Must be adequate to perform above listed tasks in a safe manner and take hand signals from ground man or flag man.
• RANGE OF MOTION: An objective range of motion measurements will be conducted and recorded using a five position and rapid exchange grip strength test during the pre-hire/post offer HPE.

Compensation:

CCI offers a competitive salary and career growth opportunities. For Temporary positions we offer a Benefits Package including excellent FEHB Medical and a 401k match program.

Contingencies:

Offer contingent upon ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and a background check.

Offer contingent upon successful completion of the required weld test.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work at any time without prior notice.

CCI Industrial Services (CCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

CCI Industrial Services grant employment preference first to BBNC shareholders, their spouses, or descendants, and second to other Alaska Native Corporation Shareholders in accordance with P.L. 93-638.