Job Description
Welder II LAV – ASME Pressure Vessels (LAV)
Location: Equipment & Assembly Facility – Pittsburgh, PA
Pay: $29.79/hr. starting + structured wage progression
Bonus: $1,000 New-Hire Retention Bonus
Calgon Carbon | A Kuraray Company
Why This Role Stands Out
If you’re an experienced welder who takes pride in code-quality welds, pressure vessels, and complex fabrication, this role offers work that challenges your skill—not repetitive production welding.
At Calgon Carbon, our welders fabricate large ASME pressure vessels and piping systems that support critical air and water purification solutions used around the world.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Perform ASME code welding on pressure vessels, piping, and structural componentsWeld using FCAW, GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, and SAWWork with carbon steel, stainless steel, and nickel-based alloysRead and interpret engineering drawings and weld proceduresComplete ASME weld logs and quality documentationPass non-destructive testing (NDT) for pressure-retaining weldsUse overhead cranes, jib cranes, and forklifts safelyInspect and repair welds to meet code and quality standards
This is hands-on, high-skill welding—not light fabrication or bench work.
Weld Test & Certifications
- On-site weld test required as part of the interview processTest is aligned with ASME Section IX proceduresDesigned to reflect the actual work performed in the shop
We believe great welders should show their skill, not just talk about it.
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years of experience welding pressure vessels or pipe (FCAW required)High school diploma or trade school certification (welding preferred)Ability to pass on-site weld qualification testingStrong attention to safety, quality, and documentation
Schedule
- Rotating shift operation (details reviewed during the screening process)Overtime opportunities as business needs require
Pay, Bonus & Benefits
$29.79/hr. starting pay with structured wage progressionShift Differential: Additional $3.00 per hour for qualifying shifts$1,000 new-hire retention bonus$500 at hire$500 after 9 months of successful employmentExcellent benefits starting Day 1Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage401(k) with generous company matchPaid time off (vacation starting at 3 weeks)Tuition reimbursement and ongoing skill developmentAbout Calgon Carbon
With more than 80 years of innovation and 200+ patents, Calgon Carbon designs and manufactures advanced activated carbon solutions used globally. Our Pittsburgh-based Equipment & Assembly facility builds the pressure vessels and systems that make those solutions possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Calgon Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veteran applicants.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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