Maintenance Welder

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused welder to join our team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in pipe and plate welding along with metal fabrication. S/he has ability to interpret blueprints, project plans, and isometric drawings to complete pipe fitting and welding tasks. S/he must be able to accurately pre-fab and install pipe replacements and upgrades. This role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with construction and maintenance teams to ensure safe, high-quality project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret project plans, blueprints, isometric drawings, and written instructions to complete pipe welding and fabrication tasks.
• Weld and pre-fab piping systems in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Perform GTAW (Tig), SMAW (Stick), and FCAW (Mig) welding.
• Work with carbon steel, stainless steel (304L & 316L), aluminum, and alloy 20 metals.
• Perform all welding, fabrication, and finishing processes to support piping, tubing, plate, and structural steel projects.
• Perform plastic/polymer welding on occasion.
• Repair equipment in the field, as needed, including within confined spaces.
• Inspect and test pipe welds for quality, durability, and safety, report issues or malfunctions as necessary.
• Operate machinery and equipment to fabricate, assemble, and repair pipe and steel components.
• Ensure compliance with universal welding standards, specifications, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with construction teams to integrate fabricated piping into structural projects.
• Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend, and weld pipes according to specifications.
• Support site safety programs and actively participate in failure analysis to resolve equipment issues.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in both shop and field settings.
• Properly use and maintain all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe boots.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years proven experience as an industrial welder.
• Ability to build and prefab piping systems from 2D and isometric drawings.
• Proficiency with pipe welding techniques and related tools/equipment.
• Ability to pass a 6G pipe weld test (GTAW root, SMAW cap).
• Strong technical knowledge of blueprints, welding diagrams, and pipe fabrication standards.
• Experience using welding tools, machinery, and measurement instruments (powered saws, calipers, squares, etc.).
• Keen eye for detail with a results-driven approach.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, squat, and lift heavy materials.
• Willing and able to become confined space entry certified.
• Willing and able to become respirator certified.

Skills/Qualifications

• Ability to pass a 6G pipe weld test.
• Pipe Fitting, industrial mechanical maintenance, rigging.

Organizational Relationships/Scope

No direct responsibility exists for the work of others, although adherence to the team concept requires mutual assistance in some jobs.

Working Conditions

• Shop and industrial manufacturing areas without climate control.
• Must be able to go up and down several flights of steps on occasion.
• Must be willing to wear required PPE including hard-hat, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and any other devices or equipment that is required.

Disclaimer

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment, and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.