Welder - Power Plant

Welder - Power Plant

New York, United States

Company
Riverbay Corporation
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
Teal

Job Description
About the position

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Measuring and cutting metal components to specified dimensions using equipment such as, but not limited to, hand tools, plasma cutters, and metal cutting machines
Following blueprints and drawings to understand the scope of work
Using different welding techniques like MIG, TIG, and Arc welding to join metal parts together.
Assess project requirements to determine the appropriate metal-joining technique—soldering, welding, or brazing—based on factors such as material type, joint strength needs, and working conditions.
Maintenance and repair of equipment within the power plant and outside buildings of community.
Observe all power plant and industry safety rules, regulations and instructions
Forecast and generate proper parts lists for the projects they are responsible for and properly communicate same to the plant supervisors.
Setting up, maintaining, and operating welding equipment safely and efficiently.
Inspecting and testing welds and ensuring that they meet design requirements, safety standards, and structural reliability.
Maintain the inventory of equipment needed to perform daily welding tasks.
Maintain a clean and safe environment in the welding shop
Assist and work closely with other trades in the power plant.

Educational Requirements:

High
high school diploma or equivalent is required, vocational or technical training in welding is a plus.
Knowledge of OSHA and safety requirements related to Power Plant

Work Experience and Minimum Requirements:

Prior experience as a Welder with a minimum of
five (5) years in the Power Plant industry.
Possession of Section IX ASME boiler and pressure vessel code certificate for at least five (5) years can be advantageous.
Current and valid certifications in welding from New York Fire Department and other recognized institutions (e.g. American Welding Society)
OSHA 10/30-hour safety training card is required.
Experience with the operation of equipment in the Power Plant and outside buildings.
The ability to learn, follow instructions and exercise good judgment in performing a variety of tasks involving equipment in the power plant and outside buildings.
Ability to use hand tools in assembling projects such as piping, pump stands platforms and other items needed in power plant and building maintenance.
Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, squares, calipers etc.) and other items needed in power plant and building maintenance.
Strong technical knowledge of blueprints and welding diagrams.
Ability to handle and use various power tools, including, but not limited to, electrical grinders, electrical wire wheel, and drills.
Possess valid driver’s license (NY, NJ, CT, or PA) – no exceptions

The welder also requires possession of license and certifications as per regulatory guidelines. Continued education and certification renewal are often required to keep up with evolving welding technologies and methods.

Testing:

Drug
screening, as permitted by, and consistent with, applicable law, upon hiring.
Practical assessment.
Respiratory Fit Test - Once in the position, must be able to wear a half face/full face respirator at all times (subject to any accommodations required by applicable law).

Physical Requirements:

Persons performing service in this position classification may routinely exert up to 75 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. This type of work will involve regular walking or standing for extended periods of time. It may involve stooping or bending. Handling and working with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person to perform the essential functions of the job.

Riverbay Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities
• Measuring and cutting metal components to specified dimensions using equipment such as, but not limited to, hand tools, plasma cutters, and metal cutting machines
• Following blueprints and drawings to understand the scope of work
• Using different welding techniques like MIG, TIG, and Arc welding to join metal parts together.
• Assess project requirements to determine the appropriate metal-joining technique—soldering, welding, or brazing—based on factors such as material type, joint strength needs, and working conditions.
• Maintenance and repair of equipment within the power plant and outside buildings of community.
• Observe all power plant and industry safety rules, regulations and instructions
• Forecast and generate proper parts lists for the projects they are responsible for and properly communicate same to the plant supervisors.
• Setting up, maintaining, and operating welding equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspecting and testing welds and ensuring that they meet design requirements, safety standards, and structural reliability.
• Maintain the inventory of equipment needed to perform daily welding tasks.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment in the welding shop
• Assist and work closely with other trades in the power plant.

Requirements
• High
high school diploma or equivalent is required, vocational or technical training in welding is a plus.
• Knowledge of OSHA and safety requirements related to Power Plant
• Prior experience as a Welder with a minimum of
five (5) years in the Power Plant industry.
• Possession of Section IX ASME boiler and pressure vessel code certificate for at least five (5) years can be advantageous.
• Current and valid certifications in welding from New York Fire Department and other recognized institutions (e.g. American Welding Society)
• OSHA 10/30-hour safety training card is required.
• Experience with the operation of equipment in the Power Plant and outside buildings.
• The ability to learn, follow instructions and exercise good judgment in performing a variety of tasks involving equipment in the power plant and outside buildings.
• Ability to use hand tools in assembling projects such as piping, pump stands platforms and other items needed in power plant and building maintenance.
• Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, squares, calipers etc.) and other items needed in power plant and building maintenance.
• Strong technical knowledge of blueprints and welding diagrams.
• Ability to handle and use various power tools, including, but not limited to, electrical grinders, electrical wire wheel, and drills.
• Possess valid driver’s license (NY, NJ, CT, or PA) – no exceptions
• The welder also requires possession of license and certifications as per regulatory guidelines. Continued education and certification renewal are often required to keep up with evolving welding technologies and methods.
• Drug
screening, as permitted by, and consistent with, applicable law, upon hiring.
• Practical assessment.
• Respiratory Fit Test - Once in the position, must be able to wear a half face/full face respirator at all times (subject to any accommodations required by applicable law).
• Persons performing service in this position classification may routinely exert up to 75 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. This type of work will involve regular walking or standing for extended periods of time. It may involve stooping or bending. Handling and working with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.

Nice-to-haves
• Possession of Section IX ASME boiler and pressure vessel code certificate for at least five (5) years can be advantageous.
• vocational or technical training in welding is a plus.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States

Q What is the projected median annual wage for welders in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the projected median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in the United States is $52,500, or $25.24 per hour, as of 2026. Entry-level welders start at approximately $38,000 annually, while experienced ones earn up to $68,000. Wages are highest in manufacturing states like Louisiana at $28.50 per hour.
Q What visa do foreign welders need to work legally in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign welders typically require an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural work, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 66,000 visas plus up to 64,716 supplemental. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL proving no US workers available, valid for up to 12 months. Processing fee is $460 per petition as of 2026.
Q What are the minimum education and experience requirements for welder jobs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders need a high school diploma or GED and completion of a 6,000-hour apprenticeship program averaging 2 years. No prior experience is required for entry-level apprenticeships starting at age 18. Vocational training from DOL-registered programs provides the necessary skills in MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
Q What documents are required to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants need a high school diploma or GED, proof of age 18+, driver's license, Social Security number, and resume listing any metalworking experience. Submit online via Apprenticeship.gov portal with sponsor-specific forms. Background check and drug test are standard, processed within 30 days.
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