Union Welder

Job Description: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in. Ferguson is seeking expert Welders to fill immediate needs in our brand new semi-automatic fabrication shop. If you have pipe welding experience in the commercial or industrial HVAC industry, this is the position for you! Position Details: Location | Onsite - Riviera Beach, Fl Schedule | Monday – Friday 7:am to 3:30pm with some occasional OT The pay rate for this role is $27 hourly. Responsibilities: Operate the Novarc robotic welder, training provided. Perform specialty welding tasks; hand welding of all fittings, mechanical branch outlet nozzles, threadolets, pipe fitting fit-ups, and tack and root welding. Inspect work for defects, dimensions, alignment, end preparations, and seam splits in pipe. Maintain a clean and safe welding station while conforming to Ferguson’s standards of quality and performance. Reports all equipment malfunctions, safety issues, and required repairs. Assist in all aspects of the shop when not welding such as groove assemblies, thread assemblies, hanger assemblies, etc. Qualifications 3 years pipe welding / pipe fitting experience in either the commercial or industrial HVAC industry required. Graduate from technical college in pipe welding with minimum of 1 year field experience in pipe trades will also be considered. Stick electrode welding experience required. GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) experience preferred. TIG and MIG experience preferred. Basic computer skills required. Attention to detail, integrity and professionalism. The ability to thrive in an inclusive environment. ** Must pass a welding test to complete the interview process. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. ** We are dedicated to providing meaningful benefits programs and products to our associates and their families. We offer competitive health insurance, paid time off, and more! - Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements. - The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information Ferguson is a project success company providing expertise, solutions and products from infrastructure, plumbing and appliances to HVAC, fire, fabrication and more. As a leading value-added distributor of residential and commercial plumbing supplies and pipe, valves and fittings in the U.S., we exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful and sustainable. The professionals we serve help transform the world we live in, and we are their trusted partners with the scale to provide peace of mind. Founded in 1953, Ferguson is part of Ferguson plc, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: FERG) and London Stock Exchange (LSE: FERG). With approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations, Ferguson plc serves customers in all 50 states, Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico and the Caribbean.

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