MIG Pipe Welders

Job Description

Pipe Welders (MIG)

Basic Scope/Purpose

Pipe Welders are key contributors to our fabrication team, specializing in high-quality welding and fitting work that ensures the structural integrity and performance of critical systems. This role brings advanced technical skills to every step of the process, from blueprint interpretation and setup to producing X-ray quality welds.

You'll work alongside experienced professionals using state-of-the-art equipment, with opportunities to expand your expertise in ASME pressure vessels, piping, and precision welding. Whether you're aiming to lead teams or become a recognized specialist, this role builds a solid foundation for your career.

Essential Functions/Duties

• Selects equipment, plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques.
• Layout, position, aligns, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and in various places and identify all equipment for job and process.
• Must be able to Legibly Document all weld information and create legible weld maps.
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using the gas metal arch welding process.
• Identify all safety risks and requirements.
• Must pass 6G GMAW weld test before hire.
• Must have 2 years of experience welding industrial size and grade pipe. (Schedules: 40, 80, and 160) also able to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g positions.
• Must be able to read blue prints, read and interrupt technical manuals and other engineering drawings in order to efficiently perform work.
• Must have thorough knowledge of various metals characteristic and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.
• Must have experience welding multiple types of pipe including but not limited to carbon steel and stainless.
• Must be able to assist pipe fitters in pipe installation, preparation, and fabrication while not actively welding.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work at heights as required.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all the tools upon start date.
  
  

Working Conditions/Physical Effort

Conditions include working in office, shop, busy traffic areas, warehouses, and undeveloped properties, with frequent exposure to dirt, dust, grease, oil, vibrations, and adverse weather conditions. Must be able to safely access all areas of property, buildings, structures, wharves, rooftops and other elevated positions, as well as confined spaces. Must be able to effectively use all required PPE equipment and lift up to fifty pounds. Strenuous physical demands are required to safely perform the essential functions associated with this position. Must be able to safely operate all involved equipment and tools. Must be capable of standing for long periods of time, bending consistently, working in confined spaces with limited access, on ladders, in personnel lifts, in workboats, and working in awkward positions.

• Nothing in this job description restricts the Company’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
  
  

Century Contractors offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. EOE M/F/Vet/Disabled