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WELDING · Ingleside

Structural Welder

Structural welders needed. FCAW vertical plate test (1-1/2” back-gouged T-joint). Verify multi-pass, full-penetration welds. Experienced welders only. Code-quality work required.

Welder Qualification Test – Structural Plate (Back-Gouged T-Joint)

Tarpon Specialty Services is seeking experienced structural welders to qualify on a vertical structural plate welding test. This qualification is designed to verify advanced welding skills, including full-penetration welds, multi-pass technique, and proper back-gouging practices on thick structural material.

Welding Process: Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) only

Test Overview

  • Material: 1-1/2” structural plate

  • Joint Type: T-joint

  • Joint Preparation: Double-beveled vertical plate welded into a 1-1/2” base plate

  • Position: Vertical (3G configuration)

Welding Sequence

  • Fit and tack the joint in place

  • Weld the first side using a root pass, hot pass, and three (3) fill passes

  • Flip to the back side and back gouge to clean, sound metal

  • Present the back-gouged joint to the inspector for approval

  • Weld out the back side of the joint

  • Return to the front side and complete the final weld-out

Skills This Test Confirms

  • Ability to weld thick structural plate in the vertical position

  • Proper execution of multi-pass welding techniques

  • Correct back-gouging practices to achieve full penetration

  • Understanding of inspection hold points and weld quality requirements

  • Capability to produce code-quality structural welds without assistance

This qualification is intended for experienced structural welders who are comfortable working with heavy material, following procedures, and meeting inspection standards.

Department
WELDING
Locations
Ingleside

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WELDING · Ingleside

Structural Welder

Structural welders needed. FCAW vertical plate test (1-1/2” back-gouged T-joint). Verify multi-pass, full-penetration welds. Experienced welders only. Code-quality work required.

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