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Field Welding SpecialistYou will support in the US and France Field Welding Specialist provides hands-on technical expertise, oversight, and quality assurance for welding activities performed in the field. You will complete and oversee welding operations, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and customer requirements, and serving as a technical resource to craft personnel and project management. The Field Welding Specialist also contributes in training, mentoring, and developing field welders and technicians to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution. You will report to the site Manager. You will travel to France.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform and oversee welding, repair, fabrication, and installation activities following approved procedures, drawings, specifications, and applicable industry codes.Oversee welding crews and coordinate daily work activities to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within schedule requirements.Train, and develop welders, welding technicians, and craft personnel on proper welding techniques, quality standards, work practices, and safety requirements.Evaluate employee performance and provide constructive feedback to support continuous improvement and workforce development.Conduct on-the-job training and qualification preparation for personnel pursuing welding certifications or specialized project qualifications.Ensure compliance with company safety policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.Review work packages, welding procedures, and project documentation to verify technical accuracy and readiness for field execution.Monitor welding quality and work, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions.Support field troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of welding-related issues.Coordinate with project management, engineering, quality assurance, and customer representatives to ensure successful project execution.Maintain accurate records of welding activities, inspections, qualifications, and training conducted.Help develop and improve welding procedures, work instructions, and best practices.Support outage, maintenance, construction, and specialty welding projects at customer sites.Be a technical leader and subject matter expert for welding processes, materials, and industry standards.QualificationsExperience in industrial, power generation, nuclear, manufacturing, or heavy industrial welding applications.Knowledge of applicable welding codes and standards, including ASME, AWS, and customer-specific requirements.Demonstrated leadership experience supervising and directing field personnel.Experience training, welding personnel in both classroom and field environments.Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and welding procedures.You will travel and work flexible schedules, including outage and emergency response assignments.Current welding certifications or industry-recognized qualifications preferred.Passport requirement expiring in less than 6 months.You will pass a nuclear background and drug screenCompetenciesTechnical leadershipCrew supervisionPersonnel trainingQuality assurance and complianceCustomer relationsProject coordinationRoot cause analysisNuclear or power generation industry experienceOur Safety Pledge to You: If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!Why WECTEC Staffing Services?WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network. WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following: Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits 401(k) Savings Plan Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $52/hour to $55/hour.
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manning, SC, 29102, US
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