Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina with offices spanning the United States, primarily southeast and central United States.

Position Description

Weld metal structural steel components together to fabricate and or install metal structures or supports according to customer specifications or blueprints utilizing MIG or Stick welding techniques.

Job Responsibilities

• Weld metal structural components together.
• Perform related tasks such as thermal cutting and grinding.
• Work with erection team to complete the assigned tasks.
• Position and clamp together components prior to welding.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment used in welding.
• Maintain welding filler metal control
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Must be able to MIG and stick weld
• Must pass required weld tests (varies per site).
• Utilize a torpedo level
• Must be willing to work outside craft.
• Workers are surrounded by hot materials and strong light.
• Must wear safety gear, including protective goggles, masks, face shields and safety shoes.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction from supervisor.
• Must be able to utilize basic math and read a tape measure or rule.
• May be required to work outside and be subject to severe weather as well.
• Required Tool List:
  • Must have own Stinger
  • 1 each 25 Tape
  • 1 each 12 Crescent wrench
  • 1 each 3/4 Spud Wrench
  • 1 each 7/8 Spud Wrench or Adjustable Spud Wrench
  • 1 each 30 Slever Bar
  • 1 each 8 Pound Hammer
  • 2 each 1 Bull Pin
  • 1 each Harness with Bolt Bag, Frog & Safety Cables 3/8 dia.
  • 1 each Tri-Square
  • 1 each Torpedo Level
  • 1 each 24 Level
  • 1 each 2 Pound Hammer
  • 1 set Socket Set up to 1 1/4
  • 1 each Center Punch
  • 1 each Chalk Box
  • 1 each Stinger (whip) for Stick Welding
  • 1 set Burning Goggles
  • 1 each Chipping Hammer
  • 1 set Brushes
  • 1 pair Welding Gloves
  • 1 pair Leathers (optional)
  • 1 each Welding Hood with Cutting and Welding Lens (Must fit onto Hard Hat or be attached to Hard Hat) *No Soft Cap Hoods
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively.
• Work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments
• 40 or more hours per week with possible weekend work
• Background check and drug screen based on job location/requirements

Benefits

• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.