Offshore welder qualifications

Offshore welder qualifications

In this post, you can re requirements needed for Offshore welder position. The standard job qualification includes: education/knowledge, skills, abilities (KSA model, core competency), experience, license, qualities, training courses, physical requirements, degree or certificates…

I. Job qualifications

        1.            A minimum of a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.

        2.            Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field is preferred.

        3.            A minimum of 3 years mechanical experience is required, perferably as a welder.

        4.            A minimum of 5 years gas-fired, engine-driven compressor experience is preferred.

        5.            Strong mechanical aptitude with basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills is required.

        6.            Must have a current driver's license and good driving record.

        7.            Ability to read and understand, analyze and interpret documents, equipment repair manuals, reports and federal, state and local codes and regulations.

        8.            The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions is required.

        9.            Basic computer skills such as: opening, creating and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets is required.

    10.            The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a business like and professional manner is required.

    11.            The ability to modify communication style in order to influence, persuade, negotiate, and engage all parties according to the audience and circumstance is required.

    12.            Takes initiative and is proactive in addressing issues. Quickly and efficiently completes tasks.

    13.            The ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability and commitment to the role, team and company.

    14.            The ability to work in a fast paced environment with less definition, policy, and bureaucracy.

    15.            Works indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.

    16.            Works in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.

    17.            Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.

    18.            Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling position.

    19.            Routinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.

    20.            May work in confined spaces (i.e. tanks, between compressors, vessels).

    21.            Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level and lift up to 50 lbs., manually transport a load up to 75 lbs., apply up to 100 foot pounds of torque.

    22.            Must have ability to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads.

    23.            Must wear special safety equipment while working and must be able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.

    24.            The ability to take call-outs and work overtime is required.

    25.            Must live or relocate to within 1 hour of reporting location.

II. Key skills employers are looking for

Below are top 7 skills/abilities that every employers are looking for, you should pay attention to them:

1. Adaptability/Flexibility
2. Dependability/Reliability/Responsibility
3. Teamwork
4. Positive Attitude
5. Professionalism
6. Willingness to Learn
7. Communications Skills