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Tank Builder / Welder
Phillips Tank and Structure · Richmond, Virginia · Posted Jul 3, 2026 · $40,000 to $60,000 a year
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Tank Builder / Welder (Nationwide)
Day to Day Duties:
- Performing arc and torch cutting and gouging.
- Using generators, compressors, tuggers, blowers, grinders, and other power and air tools.
- Welding plate with 7018, 7024 and 6010 stick (SMAW), flux core (FCAW), and submerged arc automatic machines (3 o’clock and “goat”/tractor).
- Using come-alongs, hydraulic jacks, hoists, air bags, winches, and other lifting equipment.
- Using tank shell buggies, tank scaffolding, tank ladders, and other specialty equipment.
- Performing vacuum box tests, oil tests, dye penetrant tests, and other non‑destructive quality examinations.
- Using gas monitors, fresh air kits, respirators, emergency rescue kits, and other safety equipment.
- Operating forklifts, man lifts, boom lifts, and other large lifting equipment.
- Knowledge of crane operations (including rigging and signaling).
- Reading detailed erection and fabrication drawings.
- Planning the sequence and methods of fitting up, welding, repairing, and constructing tanks.
- Completing job safety analysis, safety audits, site‑specific training, and other safety training.
- Follow directions and work professionally with other crew members.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Have great communication and organization skills.
- The ability to solve problems and suggest improvements to our systems.
- Have excellent attendance and show up to work on time every day.
- The willingness to learn.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Be eligible to work in the United States.
- Be willing to authorize background checks.
- Have no criminal convictions for dishonesty, sexual misconduct, violence, or acts of terrorism.
- Have a valid driver’s license.
- Be willing to authorize motor vehicle driving record checks.
- Be willing to submit to pre‑hire, random, and post‑incident drug and alcohol testing.
- Ability to weld is a plus.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay with annual reviews.
- Health, Dental and Vision insurance.
- 401k with company match.
- Great culture of teamwork, learning and development.
- You’ll be part of a team where YOU matter.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.