Welder & Licensed Plumber

About the role

The ideal candidate is a certified SMAW or stick welder who is detail‑oriented, focused on quality, and knowledgeable about pipe and mechanical systems. This role travels to construction sites and uses skills including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) to create and repair pipe infrastructure. The individual operates welding equipment, fabrication machinery, power and hand tools to perform tasks and is also a Licensed VT or NH Plumber.

Work Location: On the road.

Responsibilities

• Reads blueprints and drawings to determine exact specification for job tasks.
• Takes measurements, plans layouts, and determines best equipment and method to complete the required task.
• Operates both welding and pipe prefabrication equipment to create quality pipe parts and systems.
• Utilizes both manual and computerized equipment and tools to cut, bend and weld pipe.
• For computerized equipment, routinely observes equipment to confirm machine efficiency.
• For welding tasks, sets up components for welding according to specifications, cuts materials to match measurements, operates grinders to prepare components, aligns components, welds the pieces, and performs quality inspection on each weld.
• Polishes seams, joints and rough surfaces prior to final inspection and, if built in the Prefabrication Shop, wraps finished components for delivery to construction sites.
• Assembles pipe and tubing sections, which may include soldering, threading, pro‑press, or brazing tasks.
• When not welding, given the appropriate Plumbing License, installs piping systems used to transport water, waste, gases, or liquids.
• The Plumbing tasks range from ensuring systems are up to code, to preparing for site for pipe or system installation, selecting materials, mounting hangers, preassembling valves and fitting, measuring and cutting parts, installing plumbing equipment, tests pipe systems, and ensures installations match specifications.
• Always follows safety policies and immediately reports safety incidents.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Ensures assigned tools and equipment are properly maintained following preventive maintenance guidelines.
• Wears the necessary safety Personal Protective Equipment for each job task including welding, cutting, and burning work.