Experienced Traveling Welder / Pipefitter

Experienced Traveling Welder / Pipefitter

United Process Piping
Marshfield, WI
Full-Time | $26.00 - $33.00 per hour
Nationwide Travel Required

Position Summary

United Process Piping is looking for an experienced Traveling Welder / Pipefitter to join our growing field installation team.

This position is intended for an experienced tradesperson who is confident with stainless steel TIG welding, pipefitting, fabrication, and field installation and is comfortable working independently or as part of a small crew at customer facilities.

Our crews work primarily in food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and other sanitary processing environments. Projects may include sanitary process piping, CIP systems, tank and pump connections, equipment installation, utility piping, shutdown work, modifications, and other stainless steel field fabrication.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, can be counted on while traveling, communicates well with customers and coworkers, and wants an opportunity to grow with a small, family-owned company.

What We Offer

• $26 to $33 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability
• $62 daily per diem on qualifying travel days
• Company-paid travel and lodging
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with up to a 3% company match
• Up to $350 per month in health coverage assistance for eligible employees who provide proof of qualifying individual or spouse-sponsored health insurance
• Paid time off after completing a 90-day introductory period
• Overtime opportunities based on project schedules
• Company-provided transportation for most project travel departing from Marshfield
• Opportunities to take on additional responsibility and grow within the company

Benefits and eligibility requirements are subject to company policy and applicable terms.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform stainless steel TIG welding on sanitary process piping and related components
• Fit, tack, and install stainless steel tube and pipe systems
• Measure, lay out, cut, prep, and fit piping for field installation
• Install process piping, utility piping, equipment, pumps, valves, tanks, and related components
• Perform field fabrication and modifications as required by the project
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, P&IDs, measurements, and installation instructions
• Maintain proper fit-up, alignment, weld quality, and overall workmanship
• Work from established dimensions as well as field measurements
• Safely operate welding equipment, saws, grinders, hand tools, power tools, lifts, and other job-site equipment
• Work effectively with other welders, pipefitters, contractors, and customer personnel
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Follow UPP and customer safety procedures
• Complete projects efficiently while maintaining high standards for quality
• Professionally represent United Process Piping at customer facilities

Qualifications

• Previous professional TIG welding and pipefitting experience required
• Experience welding stainless steel required
• Sanitary tube and process piping experience strongly preferred
• Ability to fit and weld piping with limited supervision
• Ability to read a tape measure and accurately perform field measurements
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and piping layouts
• Strong understanding of proper fit-up and weld preparation
• Experience with food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, or sanitary processing environments is a plus
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a crew
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively
• Willingness to work overtime and extended shifts when project schedules require it
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Candidates should be prepared to complete a TIG welding and/or pipefitting skills test as part of the hiring process.

Travel Expectations

This is a traveling field position, and applicants should expect regular travel to customer facilities throughout the United States.

Employees typically depart for projects from the Marshfield area in a company-provided vehicle, so employees are generally not expected to use their personal vehicle for out-of-state project travel.

Applicants do not necessarily need to live directly in Marshfield but should live within a reasonable driving distance and be able to report to our Marshfield facility or another designated departure point when required.

UPP covers approved project-related travel expenses and lodging. Employees also receive a $62 daily per diem on qualifying travel days.

Project length, work schedules, and time away from home will vary based on customer needs.

Physical Requirements

Candidates must be able to:

• Stand and work on their feet for extended periods
• Bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, and work in various positions
• Regularly lift and carry tools, piping, and fabricated components
• Safely lift approximately 50 pounds
• Work from ladders, lifts, platforms, and elevated work areas when required
• Work in active manufacturing and construction environments
• Wear required personal protective equipment
• Safely work around welding, grinding, cutting, and industrial equipment

Grow With UPP

United Process Piping is a small, family-owned company based in Marshfield, Wisconsin that is actively growing.

We are looking for experienced people who want more than simply another road job. We want you to have the opportunity to grow alongside UPP as the company continues to expand.

For the right person, this position has the potential to develop into a higher-level role within the company over the coming years, including opportunities such as Field Supervisor, Crew Lead, Project Manager, or other leadership positions as our workload and team continue to grow.

We want to watch our employees develop, take on more responsibility, and build their careers with us. Someone who demonstrates strong workmanship, leadership, dependability, communication, and the ability to run work independently will have opportunities to take the next step within UPP.

If you are an experienced stainless steel welder and pipefitter who takes pride in your work and wants the opportunity to help build a growing company while building your own career, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $26.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $33