What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traveling Field Construction Welder position at Xylem?
Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
🔥 Weld What Holds It All Together. Build Infrastructure That Lasts.
Traveling Field Construction Welder
If you’re a skilled welder who thrives in the field — working from blueprints, solving problems hands‑on, and delivering quality welds where performance truly matters — this role was built for you.
As a Traveling Field Construction Welder, you won’t just be welding parts. You’ll be fabricating and repairing semi‑complex components that support critical construction and industrial operations. Your craftsmanship, accuracy, and commitment to safety ensure that structures perform as designed in real‑world conditions.
This is a role for someone who values precision, accountability, and pride in their welds.
🔥 Why This Role Is Different
You’ll support field and construction operations, fabricating and repairing components that must meet exact standards in demanding environments. Your work contributes directly to job‑site success, safety, and customer satisfaction.
🎯 What We’re Looking For
You know a good weld isn’t just about looks — it’s about penetration, tolerance, and performance. You follow procedures, but you also speak up when something can be improved. You take pride in clean, consistent work and understand that your welds carry responsibility long after the job is done.
đź’° What We Offer
Our Total Rewards Program goes far beyond base pay and includes:
If you’re looking for more than just another welding job — and want field‑based work, varied challenges, and long‑term growth — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help build the welds that support critical construction and infrastructure.
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
 
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
🔥 Weld What Holds It All Together. Build Infrastructure That Lasts.
Traveling Field Construction Welder
If you’re a skilled welder who thrives in the field — working from blueprints, solving problems hands‑on, and delivering quality welds where performance truly matters — this role was built for you.
As a Traveling Field Construction Welder, you won’t just be welding parts. You’ll be fabricating and repairing semi‑complex components that support critical construction and industrial operations. Your craftsmanship, accuracy, and commitment to safety ensure that structures perform as designed in real‑world conditions.
This is a role for someone who values precision, accountability, and pride in their welds.
🔥 Why This Role Is Different
- Your welds directly impact safety, performance, and structural integrity
- You’ll work across multiple welding processes — not just one
- You’re trusted to read drawings, make adjustments, and recommend improvements
- You’ll support real construction and field operations — not just shop work
- You’ll have access to training and AWS certification opportunities
- You’ll be part of a team that values quality, ownership, and continuous improvement
- Performing welding operations using SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, GMAW‑P, TIG, and Carbon Arc welding
- Interpreting engineered drawings, weld symbols, and dimensions
- Fitting, aligning, calibrating, and adjusting components to meet exact tolerances
- Fabricating and repairing semi‑complex parts from raw materials
- Following red‑line changes and recommending process or design improvements
- Troubleshooting and repairing consumable failures (spring liners, nozzle insulators, tips, etc.)
- Using hand and power tools including grinders and chipping hammers
- Troubleshooting welding machines and equipment issues
- Entering labor hours into the ERP system (SAP)
- Supporting daily housekeeping and 5S initiatives
- Working closely with supervisors, managers, and peers to deliver quality work on schedule
- Meeting internal and external customer expectations consistently
You’ll support field and construction operations, fabricating and repairing components that must meet exact standards in demanding environments. Your work contributes directly to job‑site success, safety, and customer satisfaction.
🎯 What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2 years of relevant welding or fabrication experience (or equivalent education and experience)
- Proven proficiency in:
- SMAW
- FCAW
- GMAW / GMAW‑P
- TIG
- Carbon Arc welding
- Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols
- Experience operating a wide range of hand and power tools
- Willingness and ability to obtain AWS certifications (training provided)
- Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
- Strong safety mindset and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with field and shop teams
You know a good weld isn’t just about looks — it’s about penetration, tolerance, and performance. You follow procedures, but you also speak up when something can be improved. You take pride in clean, consistent work and understand that your welds carry responsibility long after the job is done.
đź’° What We Offer
Our Total Rewards Program goes far beyond base pay and includes:
- Competitive salary within a wide pay range (starting pay based on skills, experience, and location)
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Retirement savings plan with company contribution
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (eligible on day one)
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Recognition and reward programs
- Wellness program and employee discounts
- Training and AWS certification opportunities
If you’re looking for more than just another welding job — and want field‑based work, varied challenges, and long‑term growth — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help build the welds that support critical construction and infrastructure.
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
 
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation